Fiscal Health Index 2026:
NITI Aayog released the second annual edition of the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2026, which evaluates the fiscal performance of Indian states for FY 2023–24.
- The Fiscal Health Index is a comprehensive framework designed by NITI Aayog to evaluate and compare the fiscal soundness of Indian states. It moves beyond simple deficit indicators to provide a structured assessment of fiscal strengths and vulnerabilities across states.
- Report is published By: NITI Aayog, Government of India.
Ranking (State-wise for 2023-24):
Top Performers:
- Odisha – Rank 1 (Score: 73.1)
- Goa – Rank 2 (Score: 54.7)
- Jharkhand – Rank 3 (Score: 50.5)
- Gujarat – Rank 4
- Maharashtra – Rank 5
Bottom Performing States:
- Punjab – Rank 18
- Andhra Pradesh – Rank 17
- West Bengal – Rank 16
- Kerala – Rank 15
