Nirmala Sitharaman signals stronger private investment amid GST gains

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said private investment is picking up, driven by improved consumption and visible market demand.
Sitharaman backed India's revised GDP growth forecast of 2026-27 to 7.3% and emphasized government trust in businesses and taxpayers.
The Minister said GST reforms have strengthened consumer demand giving businesses greater confidence to invest, produce and expand.
Sitharaman highlighted that 40% of India's exports originate from the MSME sector, stressing their growth in economic development.

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