Limitations of the big push theory

The strategy is a risky one in case of a catastrophy because a lot of loss likely to be registered.
It emphasizes manufacturing in industries and ignores the pre-dominant role played by the agricultural sector, as a major employment provider and f exchange earner.
It may not generate external economies of scale from the various production activities in the country.
The strategy depends on government and needs government support through appropriate monetary and fiscal policies, yet these programmes are difficult to come by in LDCs.
The theory relies much on state participation and does pay little attention to the private sector which can help in mobilizing savings and local investments.
The massive investments and rampant losses are common with the Big push strategy.
Inflation. The increased investments calls for an increase in money supply and yet this could be inflationary.
Inadequate capital to finance the strategy is yet another obstacle towards the success of the programmes.
Political instability common in LDCs too, limits the progress of the Big push strategy.
Inappropriate planning is urgently required to ensure the success of the Big push programme.
High levels of ignorance among the people, acts as a roadblock to the successful implementation of the Big push strategy in LDCs.
The Big push strategy is also limited by the unpredictable prospects of attaining foreign assistance in form of foreign aid.