Jammu, September 1: BJP spokesperson and Convenor for International Affairs Gaurav Gupta has welcomed India’s 7.8 per cent GDP growth recorded during the first quarter of the financial year 2026-27, saying the figures reflect the strength of the country’s economy despite global uncertainties.
Gupta said the latest growth figures contradict the repeated criticism of India’s economy by Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who has previously referred to it as a “dead economy”.
“Look at the figures today. India has registered 7.8 per cent growth despite challenges across the world. These numbers clearly show that the economy is expanding and generating fresh opportunities,” Gupta said.
He said the growth recorded between April and June was achieved against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, elevated energy costs and uncertainty in the global economy. The 7.8 per cent expansion was also higher than the Reserve Bank of India’s projection of 7 per cent and the 7.1 per cent estimate by economists.
According to Gupta, the performance demonstrates the results of the Centre’s economic measures, including structural reforms, infrastructure development, support for manufacturing and stronger domestic demand.
He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership for improving India’s position in the global economy.
“India is increasingly being viewed as a key driver of global growth, while the Congress continues to present the country’s progress through a negative political narrative,” he said.
Gupta also highlighted the sector-wise figures, saying Gross Value Added (GVA) increased by 8.2 per cent during the quarter, while the manufacturing sector registered 9.2 per cent growth.
Targeting Rahul Gandhi directly, the BJP leader questioned how India could achieve such growth if the economy was actually “dead”.
“If the economy is dead, then how are investment, manufacturing, consumption and financial services continuing to grow?” Gupta asked.
He accused the Congress of repeatedly portraying India’s economic situation negatively and said the latest data provides a response based on figures rather than political claims.
Gupta further said the growth figures support the government’s goal of turning India into a developed nation by 2047.
“India is growing, investing and manufacturing despite global uncertainty. The latest figures show that external challenges have not stopped the country’s economic progress,” he said.
He also appealed to the Congress leadership to recognise the country’s economic achievements and avoid statements that could weaken confidence in India’s growth prospects.
“Those who described the economy as dead should explain their position in light of the latest numbers. The figures show an economy that remains resilient and continues to move forward,” Gupta said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also welcomed the latest GDP figures, describing the 7.8 per cent expansion as a reflection of India’s collective strength and resilience in the face of global challenges.
