Ahead of the Union Budget presentation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasized that India is one of the fastest-growing economies, boasting an 8 percent growth rate over the past three years.
He expressed confidence that the upcoming budget would lay a strong foundation for the government’s vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’—a developed India.
Speaking to reporters, PM Modi highlighted the significance of the occasion, noting, "It is a matter of pride that after 60 years, a government has come to power for the third time and will present the first Budget for the third time."
He stressed upon the gradual implementation of the government's guarantees and described the forthcoming budget as a pivotal moment in the ‘Amrit Kaal,’ a term signifying a golden era for India.
"The guarantees are being gradually implemented on the ground. This Budget is an important Budget of Amrit Kaal. The Budget will decide the course of the five-year term that we got. This Budget will lay the foundation of Viksit Bharat,” he said.
PM Modi also highlighted the positive economic outlook and the abundance of opportunities in the country, calling it an important milestone in India's development journey.
"It is a matter of pride for everyone that India is one of the fastest-growing economies. There is a positive outlook, opportunities are at their peak. It is an important milestone of the development journey of Bharat," he added.
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