Union Minister for Railways, Communications and Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday expressed strong confidence in India’s economic trajectory, stating that the country is poised to maintain a consistent growth rate of 6–8 per cent despite ongoing global uncertainties.
Speaking to ANI, Vaishnaw highlighted the strength of India’s economic fundamentals, noting that the country’s growth model stands out among major global economies. Addressing concerns around foreign institutional investment trends, he said India continues to attract global investor confidence due to its stable and resilient economic framework.
“The way we are growing and our economic growth model, we will be growing at a 6–8 per cent consistent growth rate. Tell me one major economy among the top 10 economies in the world which can say that we are continuing to grow at 6–8 per cent consistently, not a single one,” the minister said.
He emphasized that India’s sustained growth differentiates it from other leading economies currently facing economic slowdowns and volatility. According to Vaishnaw, this consistency is a key factor driving continued global capital inflows into the country.
Commenting on the impact of the ongoing crisis in West Asia, the minister acknowledged that geopolitical tensions have created uncertainty and inflationary pressures worldwide. However, he asserted that India has effectively shielded its citizens from the worst effects of these disruptions.
“Our government has handled it much better than any other government in the world,” he said, crediting policy decisions for protecting citizens, farmers, and businesses from external shocks.
Vaishnaw added that the Centre’s economic management, particularly during periods of global instability, has reinforced India’s resilience and ensured stability across sectors.
Reiterating the government’s vision of “Viksit Bharat,” he said India is well-positioned to sustain its growth momentum and remain an attractive destination for global investments, even as several major economies continue to grapple with inflation and geopolitical challenges.
