Congress criticizes the government's GDP figures citing former finance secretary Subhash Garg. Garg stated real GDP growth is closer to 2.6 percent. He explained that revising previous year's numbers inflated current growth. The opposition demands the government acknowledge economic realities and implement reforms. They believe PR cannot fix the actual economy's condition.

Congress critiques 7.8% GDP growth, calling it a "Greatly Distorted Picture" of the economy amid declining investment and consumer confidence.

The 7.8% growth rate does not convey ‘the decidedly depressed private investment sentiment in the economy’, said party leader Jairam Ramesh.

Criticising PM Modi's economic claims, Kharge said common people face unemployment, price rise and inequality. He highlighted unemployment at a fifty-year high and rising…