Growth momentum will continue in third term of Modi govt: FM Sitharaman

Today's GDP data showcases robust economic growth with a growth rate of 8.2 per cent for FY 2023-24 and 7.8 per cent for the fourth or March quarter of FY 2023-24

Nirmala Sitharaman, Nirmala
The last phase of Lok Sabha elections will be held on Saturday while the results will be announced on June 4. (Photo: PTI)
Press Trust of India New Delhi
1 min read Last Updated : May 31 2024 | 8:16 PM IST

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday termed 8.2 per cent GDP growth in 2023-24 as 'remarkable' and said the growth momentum will continue in the "third term of the Modi Government".

Today's GDP data showcases robust economic growth with a growth rate of 8.2 per cent for FY 2023-24 and 7.8 per cent for the fourth or March quarter of FY 2023-24.

"This remarkable GDP growth rate is the highest among the major economies of the world," Sitharaman said in a post on X.
 

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She said the manufacturing sector witnessed a significant growth of 9.9 per cent in 2023-24, highlighting the success of the Modi government's efforts for the sector.

Many high-frequency indicators indicate that the Indian economy continues to remain resilient and buoyant despite global challenges, she added.

"India's growth momentum will continue in the third term of PM Shri @narendramodi-led government," she said.

The last phase of Lok Sabha elections will be held on Saturday while the results will be announced on June 4.

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Topics :Nirmala Sitharamaneconomic growthGDP

First Published: May 31 2024 | 8:16 PM IST

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