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CEA: India could nearly double economy to $7.8 trillion in six years, targets $30 trillion by Independence centenary
The Chief Economic Advisor says India must focus on deployment in addition to research. He notes the economy is about $3.9 trillion and could reach $7.8 trillion in six years with a longer-term goal of $30 trillion by the Independence centenary.
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The remarks outline ambitious growth targets and underline policy emphasis on deployment alongside research, which could shape economic planning and policy directions.
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CEA: India could nearly double economy to $7.8 trillion in six years, with $30 trillion target by Independence centenary
April 30, 2026
India’s economy, currently around $3.9 trillion, could nearly double to about $7.8 trillion over the next six years, with a longer-term target of reaching $30 trillion by the centenary of Independence, he said.