World Bank Country Director, Auguste Tano Kouame, dismissed worries over short-term fluctuations, calling India ‘the shining light in the world’ He pointed out that variations of one percentage point in economic growth do not alter the World Bank’s optimistic outlook towards India. The World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects (GEP) report projects India’s economy to grow at a steady rate of 6.7 per cent in both FY26 and FY27, significantly outpacing global and regional peers. The IMF forecasts India’s growth to remain at 6.5 per cent for both 2025 and 2026, aligning with earlier projections from October. This consistent growth outlook reflects India’s stable economic fundamentals and its ability to maintain momentum despite global uncertainties. With its closest competitor, China, decelerating to 4 per cent growth next year. At a time when global growth is expected to remain in the region of 2.7% in 2025-26, this robust performance underscores India’s resilience and its growing significance in shaping the world’s economic trajectory. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S. call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255 or visit http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/.
