10th Meeting of NITI Aayog

The 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog was convened in New Delhi under the visionary theme "Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat @ 2047."

This high-level policy gathering of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog 2025 was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by chief ministers, lieutenant governors, and key central officials.

The meeting emphasized cooperative federalism, sustainable growth, and aligning state-level ambitions with national development goals.

What Happened at the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog?

The 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog focused on empowering states and fostering a bottom-up approach to development. Key agendas included fiscal reforms, infrastructure enhancement, water-sharing coordination, and investment facilitation.

State Government Demands in NITI Meeting

Several states presented tailored proposals during the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog:

• From 33%, Tamil Nadu requested a 50% share of central taxes and a Clean Cauvery Mission.

• Punjab urged fair distribution of Yamuna River water and financial support for border security and anti-drug measures.

• Chhattisgarh proposed a 3T model (technology, transparency, transformation) to double its GSDP in five years.

• Andhra Pradesh proposed new subgroups on GDP growth, AI governance, and population control.

Policy Reforms Discussed in NITI Aayog

A major theme of the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog was economic liberalization and policy reforms to attract global investment. States were encouraged to:

• Remove obsolete laws.

• Simplify approval processes.

• Adopt investor-friendly policies.

To support these reforms, NITI Aayog will draft an investment-friendly charter. This move aligns with the Viksit Bharat 2047 roadmap, aiming to make India a global investment destination.

Focus on Security & Preparedness

The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of long-term strategic security. The meeting unanimously supported Operation Sindoor, a counter-terror strategy targeting foreign terror infrastructure.

Modernizing civil defense mechanisms was also stressed at the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog.

Role of NITI Aayog in National Development

One of the central discussions at the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog was the institution’s evolving role in promoting cooperative federalism and strengthening center-state relations in India.

NITI Aayog’s tools for transformation include

• Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP).

• State Energy & Climate Index.

• Fiscal Health Rankings.

It also supports State Institutions of Transformation (SITs) to improve governance and enable better policy implementation.

Viksit Bharat 2047 Roadmap—Sustainability & Innovation

The 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog promoted green development. Highlights include:

• One global-standard tourism hub per state.

• Push for hydrogen & green energy.

• Expanding digital innovation through Atal Innovation Mission, NDAP, and tinkering labs.

• Boosting women’s participation in the workforce.

• Urban planning reforms in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

Challenges in Cooperative Federalism

Despite progress, the 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog highlighted critical obstacles:

• Infrequent council and GST meetings slow policymaking.

• Cases of financial leverage by the center undermine cooperative federalism.

• Rising concerns over fiscal decentralization in India in 2025.

• Ongoing interstate water disputes (e.g., Cauvery and Yamuna).

The Way Forward: Strengthening Centre-State Relations

The NITI Aayog cooperative federalism agenda now focuses on:

• Regular council meetings and dispute-resolution forums.

• Increased tax devolution through performance-based grants.

• Stronger state partnerships in infrastructure and skilling.

• Better implementation of public-private partnerships (PPPs).

• National Water Policy 2.0 to resolve river-sharing conflicts.

Final Thoughts

The 10th Meeting of NITI Aayog has reaffirmed India’s commitment to achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. 

While discussions were wide-ranging—from security and reforms to sustainability and innovation—the success of these strategies depends on mutual trust between the center and states.

For SSC aspirants, understanding the role of NITI Aayog in national development, fiscal dynamics, and current affairs linked to governance is crucial for exams. 

This meeting also serves as a strong case study for topics related to center-state relations in India, fiscal decentralization, and policy reforms.