In Prayagraj, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Tuesday commended the recent trade agreement between India and the United States, emphasizing that the successful negotiation was solely due to the relentless efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He famously stated, 'Modi hai to mumkin hai', highlighting the Prime Minister's pivotal role in international diplomacy.
Trade Deal Achievements and Global Impact
Maurya pointed out that the United States has significantly reduced tariffs on Indian goods, slashing them from 50% to 18%. He attributed this favorable outcome directly to PM Modi's strategic interventions. Furthermore, he mentioned that the European Union-India free trade agreement is also progressing under Modi's leadership, reinforcing the sentiment that with Modi, anything is possible.
India's Economic Growth and Global Standing
The Deputy Chief Minister proudly noted that India has now become the fourth largest economy in the world, a testament to its remarkable growth trajectory. He remarked, "Earlier, the world had no projection that India would grow so aggressively. But now everybody knows that nothing can stop India from progressing and scripting success." This statement underscores the nation's rising prominence on the global stage.
Criticism of Opposition Parties
During his visit to Sangam city, Maurya did not hold back in his criticism of opposition parties, including the Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP), RJD, and TMC. He accused these parties of lacking a clear vision for growth and development. Specifically, he targeted leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, Mamata Banerjee, and Tejaswi Yadav, claiming they are disheartened by their loss of power and incapable of engaging in politics without it. "Service (sewa) is not in their culture, and they will not regain power," he asserted.
Vision for a Developed India by 2047
Maurya expressed full confidence in Prime Minister Modi's ambitious target of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. He affirmed that both Uttar Pradesh and the entire country are on track to achieve this goal, thanks to the government's focused policies and initiatives.
Union Budget 2026-27: A Comprehensive Blueprint
Discussing the Union Budget, Maurya described it as a holistic document that considers all sections and sectors of society, including youth, the poor, farmers, women, and infrastructure. He praised it as a 'Modi's Guarantee Budget', presented under the leadership of PM Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. According to him, this budget is all-encompassing and confident, meeting the expectations of every societal segment.
Key Budget Highlights and Sectoral Impact
Maurya elaborated on the budget's potential to empower the poor, achieve new milestones in tourism development, empower women, and foster growth in health, employment, and infrastructure sectors. He highlighted it as a strong and far-sighted step towards self-reliance, with the capacity to economically and socially empower India. The budget opens new avenues of opportunity across various domains, from manufacturing and infrastructure to health, tourism, rural economy, artificial intelligence, sports, and pilgrimage.
Infrastructure Development and Connectivity
A significant aspect of the budget, as noted by Maurya, is the allocation of two important high-speed rail corridors: Varanasi-Delhi and Varanasi-Siliguri. These are part of seven planned corridors and are expected to provide a new direction to Uttar Pradesh's connectivity, investment, and overall development. This infrastructure boost is seen as a catalyst for regional progress.
Economic Acceleration and Future Prospects
Maurya concluded by stating that the strength gained by the Indian economy, due to Prime Minister Modi's visionary economic policies, will be further accelerated by the Union Budget 2026-27. He expressed optimism about the nation's continued growth and its journey towards becoming a developed country, reinforcing the government's commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.
