Had 'insightful interaction' with economists on Aatmanirbharta, Viksit Bharat: PM Modi
New Delhi, Dec 31
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he had "an insightful interaction" with economists and sectoral experts ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27.
To sustain long-term growth, PM Modi called for mission-mode reforms across diverse sectors during the meeting held at NITI Aayog on Tuesday.
"Had an insightful interaction with economists and experts yesterday. They shared valuable perspectives relating to the theme of 'Aatmanirbharta and Structural Transformation: Agenda for Viksit Bharat'," PM Modi posted on the social media platform 'X'.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister said the vision of a developed India by 2047 has transcended government policy to become a genuine mass aspiration.
"This shift is evident in the evolving patterns of education, consumption, and global mobility, necessitating enhanced institutional capacity and proactive infrastructure planning to meet the needs of an increasingly aspirational society," PM Modi told economists.
He further emphasised the need for mission-mode reforms to build global capabilities and achieve global integration.
According to an official statement, the Prime Minister stressed that India's policymaking and budgeting must remain anchored with the vision for 2047.
PM Modi also emphasised the need to ensure that the nation remains a vital hub for the global workforce and international markets.
Economists and experts shared strategic insights on enhancing productivity and competitiveness across the manufacturing and services sectors.
The discussions focused on accelerating structural transformation through increased household savings, robust infrastructure development, and the adoption of cutting-edge technology.
They also explored the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an enabler of cross-sectoral productivity and also discussed the continued scaling of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).
According to the official statement, the participants noted that the unprecedented flurry of cross-sectoral reforms in 2025 and their further consolidation in the coming year will ensure that India continues to chart its path as one of the fastest-growing global economies by strengthening its foundations and unlocking newer opportunities.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Good to see long-term planning. But "mission-mode reforms" must translate to real benefits for middle-class families. We need more jobs in manufacturing, not just in services. Also, controlling inflation should be top of the agenda.
The vision for 2047 is inspiring. My only request: please ensure the growth is inclusive. Farmers, small shopkeepers, and skilled workers in tier-2/3 cities must feel this 'Viksit Bharat' too. The infrastructure push needs to reach everywhere.
As someone working in tech, the emphasis on AI and DPI is spot on. India's digital stack (UPI, Aadhaar) is already a global case study. Scaling this further can truly make us a hub for innovation. Exciting times!
Talks are good, but implementation is key. We've heard about reforms for years. I want to see concrete steps in the budget that make it easier for MSMEs to get credit and adopt new tech. That's real Aatmanirbharta.
Increasing household savings is a critical point. With rising costs, saving money is becoming harder for the common man. Policies should incentivize savings and provide stronger social security. Jai Hind!
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