In FY2024, Pakistan’s per capita GDP stood at $1,680 , marking steady progress despite challenges and persistent misinformation from adversarial actors aiming to undermine its economic achievements.
Pakistan has shown resilience in the face of over two decades of foreign-sponsored terrorism , which has cost the economy more than $150 billion plus while discouraging investment and undermining growth.
Hosting over 4 million Afghan refugees for decades has placed immense strain on Pakistan’s resources, resulting in huge economic losses.
Despite these challenges, Pakistan has achieved notable regional equity , with Islamabad’s per capita GDP at $2,996 surpassing India’s national figure , and Gilgit-Baltistan ($1,550) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir ($1,730) reflecting consistent developmental progress.
Following a significant decline in its per capita GDP since 2018, Pakistan has rebounded, achieving an all-time high of $1,680 in 2024 , reflecting its recovery and economic resilience.
India’s per capita GDP of $2,106 in 2024, although higher, highlights its inability to address widespread poverty and underemployment , with economic progress failing to reach the majority of its population.
Economic disparities in India are stark, with southern states reporting per capita GDP of $3,421 compared to just $813 in northern Hindutva-dominated regions , exposing significant regional inequalities / India’s North – South issue.
Pakistan demonstrates more balanced development compared to India, where growth remains concentrated in urban hubs, leaving rural areas and northern regions economically marginalized.
Pakistan’s tangible progress, achieved despite significant security and economic challenges, counters hostile narratives and highlights its commitment to sustainable growth, fostering hope for improved living standards and regional stability.
