Parliament heard from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as she presented the Economic Survey, projecting 6.8-7.2% GDP growth for 2026-27. The document celebrates India’s domestic fortitude weathering global storms effectively.
External uncertainties dominate headlines, but India’s core economy thrives: inflation at multi-year lows, healthier finances everywhere, government spend as growth catalyst. Steady demand and budding private investments create resilience.
CPI methodology shifts ahead may skew perceptions—proceed with care. Slow partners, trade barriers, volatile capital test exports and sentiment, tempered by hopeful US talks.
Policy wins position medium-term growth at 7%. World growth muted, commodity prices flat, AI productivity doubts, enduring disputes loom large. Global disinflation paves way for growth-friendly policies. India’s equilibrium keeps opportunities ahead.