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Sikkim Sees 3.2× Surge in Tax Revenue Over Decade, CAG Reports
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 13 Aug 2026, 11:33 AM
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The Comptroller and Auditor General has found that Sikkim's tax collections have increased more than threefold in the past ten years, ranking it among the fastest-growing states in India.
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has reported that Sikkim's tax collections have risen more than threefold over the last ten years, making it one of the fastest-growing states in India.
The 3.2‑fold increase reflects a significant expansion of the state's tax base, driven by improved compliance and a growing economy.
According to the CAG report, Sikkim now ranks among the top performers in India for tax revenue growth, outperforming many larger states.
The surge in revenue enhances the state's fiscal capacity, providing greater resources for infrastructure, health and education initiatives.
The 3.2‑fold increase reflects a significant expansion of the state's tax base, driven by improved compliance and a growing economy.
According to the CAG report, Sikkim now ranks among the top performers in India for tax revenue growth, outperforming many larger states.
The surge in revenue enhances the state's fiscal capacity, providing greater resources for infrastructure, health and education initiatives.