The Economic Times

ET World Leaders Forum: Trust-based reforms transformed Indias middle class, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's transformative reforms and trust-based governance. He noted significant changes for the middle class, which are still a dream elsewhere. The government shifted from punishment to incentive models, creating millions of new jobs. Digital revolution and infrastructure upgrades have improved citizens' ease of living. India is becoming self-reliant in defence and other key sectors.