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NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday criticised those questioning India’s latest GDP figures, saying critics who once described the country as part of the “Fragile Five” were finding it difficult to accept India’s economic rise.
Recalling his 2013 address at SRCC, Modi revived his “half-empty glass” analogy, saying some people continued to view India’s progress negatively.
He contrasted India’s economic position in 2013 with its current growth, saying the country had moved from the “Fragile Five” to becoming the fastest-growing major economy.
Modi also highlighted initiatives such as Jan Dhan Yojana, Make in India and UPI, citing them as examples of greater financial inclusion, stronger domestic manufacturing and rapid digital growth.
He further accused critics of routinely opposing government initiatives and questioning the country’s progress, saying India would continue to pursue projects and policies necessary for its development.
The address marked Modi’s return to SRCC after 13 years and focused heavily on India’s economic transformation since his previous visit in 2013.
