‘Reflects Steady Progress In A Challenging Global Environment’: PM Modi On Economic Survey 2026

Last Updated:January 29, 2026, 7:09 PM IST

PM Modi said that the Economic Survey presents a comprehensive picture of India’s Reform Express, reflecting steady progress in a challenging global environment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Image: IANS/File)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Economic Survey 2026 reflects steady progress in a challenging global environment. He added that the survey outlines the roadmap for strengthening manufacturing, enhancing productivity and accelerating India’s march towards becoming a Viksit Bharat.

Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, “The Economic Survey tabled today presents a comprehensive picture of India’s Reform Express, reflecting steady progress in a challenging global environment. It highlights strong macroeconomic fundamentals, sustained growth momentum and the expanding role of innovation, entrepreneurship and infrastructure in nation-building.”

“The Survey underscores the importance of inclusive development, with focused attention on farmers, MSMEs, youth employment and social welfare. It also outlines the roadmap for strengthening manufacturing, enhancing productivity and accelerating our march towards becoming a Viksit Bharat. The insights offered will guide informed policymaking and reinforce confidence in India’s economic future,” he added.

India’s economy is projected to grow 6.8%-7.2% in FY27, according to the Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled in Parliament on January 29, underscoring resilience even as global economic uncertainty persists.

Presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Survey flagged easing inflation, improved banking-sector health, strong external buffers and a recovery in manufacturing as key supports for the outlook.

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