Tabled in Parliament earlier in the day, the survey reflects the strength of India’s economic fundamentals and the government’s continuous efforts to drive growth, innovation, and inclusive development
PM Narendra Modi addresses the media during the Budget Session of Parliament, in New Delhi, on Thursday. PIC/PTI
The Economic Survey 2026 presents a promising picture of India’s economic journey, describing it as a fast-moving "Reform Express" steadily progressing despite global challenges, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi said on Thursday.
Tabled in Parliament earlier in the day, the survey reflects the strength of India’s economic fundamentals and the government’s continuous efforts to drive growth, innovation, and inclusive development.
"The Survey showcases how India’s Reform Express is moving forward with consistency and purpose," PM Modi wrote on X.
The Economic Survey tabled today presents a comprehensive picture of India’s Reform Express, reflecting steady progress in a challenging global environment.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 29, 2026
It highlights strong macroeconomic fundamentals, sustained growth momentum and the expanding role of innovation,… https://t.co/ih9ArrtZcU
He highlighted that sustained reforms over the years have bolstered investor, business, and citizen confidence, while strengthening macroeconomic fundamentals.
The survey underlines the expanding role of innovation, entrepreneurship, and infrastructure in nation-building. PM Modi noted that sectors such as digital services, startups, and large-scale infrastructure projects are emerging as key drivers of economic transformation, creating opportunities while strengthening India’s global economic position.
Emphasising inclusive development, the PM highlighted initiatives supporting farmers, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India (MSMEs), youth employment, and social welfare. He said the survey also outlines a roadmap for strengthening manufacturing, improving productivity, and accelerating India’s progress toward becoming a developed nation.
"The insights shared in the Economic Survey will play an important role in shaping informed policies and boosting confidence in India’s economic future," PM Modi said, adding that the government will continue working to maintain growth momentum and build a resilient economy.
Economic Survey 2026: Cities must be economically dynamic, socially inclusive, and sustainable
The Economic Survey also focused on India’s urban future, stating that cities must be economically dynamic, socially inclusive, environmentally sustainable, and institutionally capable. Future urban policy should prioritise integrated system performance—covering housing, mobility, sanitation, climate resilience, and finance—over standalone projects, while designing liveable, climate-ready cities.
Notably, India’s urbanisation is far higher in economic and functional terms than official statistics indicate. Satellite data from the Global Human Settlements Layer (GHSL) of the European Commission shows India was 63% urban in 2015, nearly double the rate reported in the 2011 Census.
The Survey emphasises that cities are not merely residential spaces but critical economic infrastructure. Density and proximity create agglomeration economies, boosting productivity, deepening labour markets, and fostering innovation.
(With IANS inputs)
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