What are the key points highlighted in the white paper on Indian economy tabled by FM Nirmala Sitharaman

FM Nirmala Sitharaman has presented a white paper on the Indian economy in Lok Sabha.
The white paper on the Indian economy, tabled by FM Nirmala Sitharaman, emphasizes several key points. Here are the main highlights:
  • The Indian economy has shown resilience and has revived strongly from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • There is a significant focus on infrastructure development, with special attention on areas such as transport, logistics, power, and telecommunications.
  • The government has implemented various reforms to improve the ease of doing business and attract foreign direct investment (FDI).
  • There is a push for digital transformation, with an emphasis on digitization of government processes and promoting digital payments.
  • Efforts are being made to strengthen the agricultural sector and enhance farmer income through initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN).
  • The white paper underlines the importance of healthcare and social welfare programs to ensure inclusive growth and address the needs of vulnerable sections of society.
  • The document highlights the government's commitment to fiscal prudence and debt consolidation.
These are some of the key points highlighted in the white paper on the Indian economy presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman.
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