The level of economic growth has been steadily increasing in the State, providing a base for consolidating the bargains in all sectors of economy. With reforms in more sensitive sectors like Agriculture, Industries, Rural and Urban Infrastructure, Labour, Health, Education and other Public services, the agenda for socio-economic development is set for a move to a higher trajectory of growth.

While Industries displays an aggressive lead as in the previous year, the transition in Agriculture seems to evoke a more positive trend signalling better performance. Though initial perceptions give such credence to the theory with regard to the performance in agricultural sector, unfortunately rainfall being the major player in conjuring up bumper harvests, has been much less active with the South West monsoon remaining passive lately. With this adverse condition and receding water level in the major reservoirs including the Mettur reservoir, apprehensions of a repeat performance of last year tend to beleague the farming community.

However, the price front maintained a virtual stability throughout the current year thanks to the foresight of the State in initiating a series of measures in storage, distribution and marketing of the essential commodities.