Projected to be the fastest-growing large economy in the world in 2022, India plays an increasingly important global role as the sixth largest economy and second most populous country. The Country Programme 2023-2027 is aligned with UNDP Strategic Plan, 2022-2025 and is derived from the UNSDCF. It has been prepared in consultation with over 50 partners ranging from the Government of India (Department of Economic Affairs and line ministries) and state governments to the private sector, civil society, bilateral development partners and academia. The programme will be driven by strong partnerships, drawing on the expertise, impartiality and trust that partners see as central to the UNDP comparative advantage. 

Working with government (national and subnational), local bodies and institutions, UNDP will prioritize speedy implementation and engage in deep demonstrations and scaling-up of pilots, strengthen capacities and establish frameworks for Sustainable Development Goal localization and acceleration.