Top Rice Producing States in India
2024-2025
India, known for its diverse culture and tradition, is also a land where agriculture plays a crucial role. Approximately 47 percent of the total Indian population relies on agriculture for livelihood.
Rice stands out as the major crop among the various crops grown by Indian farmers. Significantly, India is the largest producer of rice, and more than half of India's agricultural landscape is dotted with regions known for their abundant rice harvests.
The top rice-producing states in India contribute substantially to India's total rice output. Let us have a look at some of the major rice-producing states in India in 2024-25.
Major Rice Growing States In India
| State | Rice Production(Million Tonnes) | Area under Rice Cultivation(Million Hectares) |
|---|---|---|
1Telangana | 16.87 | 4.69 |
2West Bengal | 15.75 | 5.46 |
3Uttar Pradesh | 12.5 | 5.86 |
4Punjab | 11.82 | 2.97 |
5Tamil Nadu | 7.98 | 2.04 |
6Andhra Pradesh | 7.49 | 2.16 |
7Bihar | 6.5 | 3.21 |
8Chhattisgarh | 6.09 | 3.82 |
9Odisha | 5.87 | 3.94 |
10Assam | 5.14 | 2.46 |
11Haryana | 4.14 | 1.35 |
Top 3 Rice Producing States
16.87 MT
Telangana
4.69 Million Hectares
15.75 MT
West Bengal
5.46 Million Hectares
12.5 MT
Uttar Pradesh
5.86 Million Hectares
47%
Population in Agriculture
#1
World's Largest Producer
150 MT
Total Rice Production