Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi
New Delhi, Aug 30: Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded India’s economic performance on Saturday, celebrating the 7.8% GDP growth in the April-June quarter of FY 2025-26 as proof that India is a "Long Live Economy", thriving despite global challenges.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Chouhan countered past criticisms, saying, “Those who used to call it a ‘Dead Economy’ should now understand that India is firmly on the path to becoming a developed and self-reliant nation.”
He attributed the achievement to the combined efforts of farmers, scientists, and India’s 140 crore citizens, praising their resilience and dedication.
“The sweat of our farmers, the hard work of our scientists, and the determination of ordinary Indians have contributed to this success. India’s economy is not just recovering — it’s setting new benchmarks,” Chouhan said.
Sector-Wise Highlights
• Agriculture: Growth rose from 1.5% last year to 3.7%, a result Chouhan called a “matter of special pride” for the farming community.
• Manufacturing: Grew by 7.7%.
• Construction: Up 7.6%.
• Services Sector: Recorded the sharpest rise at 9.3%, compared to 6.8% in the same period last year.
The data, released Friday by the Ministry of Statistics, confirms that India’s economy continues to outperform many global counterparts, even amid inflationary pressures and geopolitical uncertainty.
Chouhan credited the performance to the “visionary leadership” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding, “India is steadily advancing toward the goal of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).”
The upbeat assessment follows a steady pattern of economic optimism from the Centre, reinforcing India’s ambition to become a $5 trillion economy in the coming years.