PM Modi slams Oppn over 7.8% GDP growth row: ‘Some people couldn’t digest the numbers'

PM Modi said the growth was achieved despite the ongoing war in West Asia and several trade-related challenges. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India’s 7.8 per cent GDP growth amid global uncertainty reflects the strength and resilience of the country’s economy. He indirectly took a dig at the Opposition for criticising the growth figures, saying in Hindi, “Kuch logon ko aankde hazam nahi hue(Some could not digest the numbers).”PM Modi (Representative Image/HT_PRINT)Addressing the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) in Delhi, PM Modi said the growth was achieved despite the ongoing war in West Asia and several trade-related challenges, underscoring India’s economic strength and potential.“And this 7.8 per cent growth has come at a time when the war in West Asia is ongoing and there have been several trade-related challenges. Achieving such growth under these circumstances shows India's strength and potential. I know, and you also know, that those who became infamous for pushing India into the 'Fragile Five' are finding these figures difficult to digest.”Deep DiveAlso Read | PM reiterates 'Bharat ghar mein ghus ke maarta hai’ warning to Pakistan over terrorismPM praises SRCCPM praised SRCC’s rich academic legacy, saying the institution has shaped generations of students and prepared them for a brighter future.“I congratulate you on the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce. When a human being lives for 100 years, they are considered a person of deep knowledge and great experience. When an institution completes 100 years, it becomes an ocean of achievements. SRCC has shaped generations and connected them to a brighter future," he said.Referring to SRCC’s alumni as the institution’s “OGs”, Modi said their achievements and influence extend well beyond the field of economics."The alumni of SRCC have also been very special. In your language, I would say the alumni here are the OGs. They have taken the name of SRCC across the world and made a mark for themselves in different fields," he said.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read MoreModiGet the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather major national developments and Karnataka Bandh LIVE.