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Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan celebrated India becoming the world's 4th largest economy, crediting PM Modi's leadership. He confidently predicted India would soon rank third and eventually become the top global economy. BJP leaders highlighted this as proof of Modi's decade-long economic reforms bearing fruit. The achievement comes as NITI Aayog confirmed India surpassed Japan's GDP, marking a major milestone toward the 2047 development vision.

Key Points: Shivraj Chouhan Says India Will Soon Be 3rd Then Top Economy

  • India rises to 4th largest economy under Modi's leadership
  • BJP credits rapid growth to policy reforms
  • NITI Aayog confirms surpassing Japan's GDP
  • RLD praises NDA for economic-terrorism dual victories
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Soon we will be 3rd, ultimately number 1: Shivraj Singh Chouhan on India becoming 4th largest economy

Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan credits PM Modi as India becomes 4th largest economy, vows to reach top spot soon

"Soon we will be third, and ultimately we will be number one - Shivraj Singh Chouhan"

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(Maharashtra) [India],May 25 (ANI ): Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership after India become the world's fourth largest economy. Chouhan emphasized the government's ongoing efforts to build a developed India, aiming to climb further in global rankings to eventually become the number one economy.

Speaking to ANI the Union Agriculture Minister Chouhan said, "Under PM Modi's leadership, the 'Maha Yagya' for building a 'Viksit Bharat' continues unabated. Earlier, we were in 11th position, but under PM Modi's leadership, we reduced this gap to achieve 5th position. Now, we are in fourth position. Soon, we will be on the third, and ultimately, we will be number one."

In a recent development, BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari said India has emerged as a shining beacon amid global economic uncertainty, becoming the world's fourth largest economy.

Bhandari credited this remarkable rise to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary leadership over the past 11 years, strengthening India's economic foundations and propelled the country's rapid growth despite global challenges.

He highlighted this achievement as a crucial milestone towards India's goal of becoming a Vikshit Bharat by 2047.

Meanwhile, Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) leader Malook Nagar also praised the NDA governemnt for both the historics win in country's financial power and combatting terrorism.

"This month has been historic in both matters - country's financial power and combatting terrorism... While former PM Manmohan Singh stated 2040 in the Parliament for this stage, NDA government touched this target in 2025...," Nagar told ANI.

NITI Aayog Chief Executive Officer (CEO) BVR Subrahmanyam on Saturday said that India has overtaken Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy, citing data by the International Monetary Fund.

According to the IMF's April edition of the World Economic Outlook report, the nominal GDP for fiscal 2026 is expected to reach around USD 4,187.017 billion. This is marginally more than the likely GDP of Japan, which is estimated at USD 4,186.431 billion.

India was the fifth largest economy in the world till 2024.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
This is truly inspiring! Our economy's growth shows what strong leadership can achieve. But let's not forget - we need to ensure this prosperity reaches the poorest farmers too. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the ranking is impressive, I hope we focus equally on human development indices. What's the use of being 4th largest economy if malnutrition and unemployment persist? Need balanced growth.
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Amit S.
Modi ji's vision is taking India to new heights! From 11th to 4th in just a decade - this is the New India we dreamed of. Next stop - $5 trillion economy! 💪
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Sunita R.
The numbers look good but I'm more concerned about inflation and price rise affecting middle class families. GDP growth should translate to better living standards for common people.
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Vikram J.
This achievement belongs to all Indians - from farmers to techies! But let's not get complacent. China is still way ahead at #2. We need to boost manufacturing and exports big time.
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Neha P.
As a small business owner, I've seen both opportunities and challenges. While digital India helped us grow, GST compliance remains tough. Hope next reforms focus on ease of doing business!

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