Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a key regional conference in Rajkot, projected a confident image of India as an oasis of stability and growth in a world grappling with uncertainty. Speaking at the Saurashtra and Kutch regional conference of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit on Sunday, January 12, 2026, the Prime Minister outlined the nation's robust economic trajectory, underpinned by political stability and policy continuity.
An Unprecedented Era of Certainty and Growth
Prime Minister Modi asserted that India is currently experiencing an "unprecedented era of certainty," a stark contrast to the great uncertainty prevailing globally. He attributed this to three core strengths: consistent political stability, unwavering policy continuity, and the rapid expansion of a neo-middle class with significant and growing purchasing power. This powerful combination, he stated, is transforming India into a nation of "limitless possibilities."
Elaborating on the economic milestones, the Prime Minister cited that India is firmly on the path to becoming the world's third-largest economy. He highlighted key indicators: India remains the fastest-growing large economy, inflation is under control, and agricultural production is setting new records. The nation leads globally in milk production, generic medicines, and vaccine manufacturing.
Heritage Meets Development: The 'Reform, Perform, Transform' Mantra
Modi, who began his day by paying obeisance at the Somnath temple, framed his development philosophy as 'Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi' (Heritage as well as Development). He connected this ethos to the nation's progress, stating that "India's growth fact sheet is the success story of the mantra 'Reform, Perform and Transform.'"
He pointed to tangible outcomes from the past 11 years: India has become the world's largest consumer of mobile data, its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is the number one real-time digital transaction platform globally, and the country is now the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer.
Global Endorsement and Massive Investment Pledges
The Prime Minister noted that this domestic confidence is mirrored by international institutions. He mentioned that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) calls India the "engine of global growth," S&P Global upgraded India's rating after 18 years, and Fitch Ratings has praised the country's macroeconomic stability and fiscal credibility. "Every global expert and institution is bullish on India," he remarked.
The summit saw major investment announcements that underscored this confidence. Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced a staggering investment of Rs 7 lakh crore in Gujarat over the next five years, doubling the group's investment in the previous five-year period. Ambani, referring to geopolitical challenges, stated that "India has an invincible protective wall called Narendrabhai Modi." He also pledged Reliance Foundation's support to bring the 2036 Olympics to India.
Similarly, Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd, announced that the Adani Group would invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the Kutch region over the next decade.
Modi also highlighted the critical role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), noting that Rajkot district alone is home to over 2.5 lakh such units. These diverse industrial clusters manufacture an astonishing range of products—from simple screwdrivers and auto parts to sophisticated components for airplanes, fighter jets, and rockets.
The event was attended by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, his deputy Harsh Sanghavi, and top industrialists, marking a significant convergence of policy and business leadership aimed at propelling India's growth story forward.
