Between 1976 and 1995, both groups experienced modest income growth—2.4% for Annadata households and 2.3% for all households. A notable shift occurred between 2005 and 2011, when Annadata incomes grew rapidly at 6.7%, surpassing the 5.4% growth rate of all households. This helped narrow the income gap, as seen in the 92% income parity during that period. However, growth slowed after 2011, with Annadata incomes rising at just 2.5% annually compared to 3.4% for all households, causing the income gap to widen again.

Looking ahead, projections indicate that Annadata households are expected to grow at 6.7% annually from 2016 to 2021, while the national average is projected to grow at 5.4%. Despite this optimistic growth, Annadata households are still expected to earn only 90% of the national average income by 2024–25, signaling a continued disparity in income levels. The temporary convergence seen during high-growth periods hasn't translated into long-term parity.

The notion of income doubling between 2016 and 2025 does not hold up in the data. For all households, income is projected to increase by 63%, from Rs 415,600 to Rs 678,000, while Annadata household income is expected to grow by 66%, from Rs 365,400 to Rs 607,200. While these are substantial gains, they fall short of the "doubling" mark, highlighting the structural constraints faced by Annadata households and the ongoing challenge of achieving sustainable income parity in India’s rural economy.