India is moving rapidly towards becoming the world’s third-largest economy, with the global expectations increasingly centred on the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, speaking at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Sunday (January 11, 2026).
“The numbers clearly show this. Amid great global uncertainty, we are seeing certainty in India,” Mr. Modi said, adding, “There is political stability in the country.”
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The Prime Minister stated that inflation is under control and highlighted India’s position as the world’s largest producer of milk and vaccines. He also said that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognised the country as a key engine of global economic growth.
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