The poultry sector is one of the fastest-growing segments of Indian agriculture, contributing significantly to GDP, employment, food and nutritional security, rural development, and export earnings. India ranks among the world's leading producers of eggs and poultry meat, supported by advances in breeding, feed, biosecurity, automation, and processing. Poultry farming provides affordable, high-quality protein and supports millions of livelihoods across allied industries. Despite challenges such as disease outbreaks, feed costs, and market fluctuations, continued policy support, infrastructure development, and sustainable production practices will strengthen the sector’s long-term growth and global competitiveness.