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PM Shares Insights on Budget, Reforms, and India’s Growth Story in PTI Interview

PM Shares Insights on Budget, Reforms, and India's Growth Story in PTI Interview

16 Feb, 2026

In an exclusive interview with Press Trust of India (PTI), Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared his perspectives on a wide range of issues shaping India's economic and developmental trajectory.

The Prime Minister spoke about this year's Union Budget, highlighting its role in driving inclusive growth and strengthening India's position in the global economy. He emphasized the momentum of the "Reform Express", underscoring the Government's commitment to structural reforms that enhance transparency, efficiency, and competitiveness.

In a post on X, Shri Modi wrote:

"In this interview with PTI, I've expressed my thoughts about diverse issues like this year's Budget, the Reform Express, why the world wants to do business with India, the NDA Government's efforts for MSMEs, StartUps, the emphasis on defence and more."

In this interview with PTI, I've expressed my thoughts about diverse issues like this year's Budget, the Reform Express, why the world wants to do business with India, the NDA Government's efforts for MSMEs, StartUps, the emphasis on defence and more. https://t.co/58nieqvOvY

- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 16, 2026
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