Modi framed his government’s 11-year tenure as a period of structural correction and global repositioning, while accusing the Opposition of pessimism, obstruction and political decay. ADVERTISEMENTHere are the six key takeaways from his February 5 address:India’s economic journey in three numbers: 6 → 11 → 3Modi traced India’s economic trajectory since Independence using what he called “three telling numbers”. He said India was once the sixth-largest economy, slipped to 11th place during decades of policy drift, and has now risen to third globally under his government. ‘Future-ready’ trade deals and India’s global pitchHighlighting India’s diplomatic and economic outreach, Modi said the world was increasingly looking to India as a reliable, growth-oriented partner. Walkouts, disruptions and a pointed remarkThe Prime Minister’s speech unfolded amid persistent sloganeering, with Opposition MPs staging walkouts.

Source: The Telegraph February 05, 2026 17:43 UTC