Sikkim, Arunachal: High on per capita income, low on self-generated revenue

As the two states gear up for Assembly polls, Indivjal Dhasmana analyses their economy and dependency on the Centre for resources

Along with the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections, the 32-member Sikkim and 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assemblies will also go to polls on April 19. 
 

These two northeastern states share many similarities, such as a higher per capita income than the national average and a dependence on the Centre for resources. However, they differ in one key aspect: Multidimensional poverty — Sikkim has very few people under this category, but Arunachal Pradesh’s numbers are close to the national average.
 

Let’s examine the political-economic landscape of these two states.


Sikkim
 

The incumbent Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) will face