Summary: The 'Socio-Economic Review of Gujarat State, 1971-72' presented to the State Legislature in March 1972 provides an overview of the economic activities, incorporating revised data. The report acknowledges co-operation from Government Departments for statistical data. It highlights data on banking, prices, education, transport, public finance, employment, housing, vital statistics, co-operation, and district panchayats. The closure of the Tarapore Power Station affected the state's economy, but steps were taken to mitigate power shortages. The report emphasizes issues in cotton marketing and industrial and agricultural effects while discussing power and gas supplies. It covers financial assistance to industries and co-operative movements, as well as industrial development and educational progress. Additionally, it mentions the establishment of food sales depots and infrastructure improvement projects in slums. Production of food grains, groundnuts, and agriculture modernization indicators are included, along with statistics on postal communications. The report reveals the growth of various sectors, challenges faced, development projects, and future initiatives for economic well-being and societal development in Gujarat.