In this special edition, CEA joins Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta & debunks the ‘fudged data’ claim, adds the numbers for Q1 FY27 reflect the underlying vigour of Indian economic activity.

The Congress had described the gross domestic product numbers as ‘statistical gymnastics’ being used to hide ‘India’s bleak economic reality’.

Congress criticises Modi government, claiming PR can enhance GDP image but not reflect true economic conditions, citing former finance secretary's remarks.

Pronab Sen discusses the recent GDP revision, emphasizing the need for transparency in data collection to restore confidence.