Mumbai, December 4, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hailed the BJP’s unexpected and unprecedented victory in Maharashtra as a significant step toward achieving a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India). Addressing party workers and the media, Sitharaman described the electoral success as a testament to India’s growing political stability and economic potential under the Modi government’s leadership. She highlighted how such milestones align with the broader vision of making India a global economic powerhouse.
Sitharaman emphasized that the victory is more than a political triumph, symbolizing the nation’s commitment to fostering effective governance and implementing economic reforms. She noted that the government’s focus on inclusive growth, empowering MSMEs, enhancing digital infrastructure, and strengthening manufacturing sectors resonates with the aspirations of the people. These initiatives are integral to India’s ambition of becoming the third-largest global economy.
The Finance Minister also underlined Maharashtra’s strategic importance in India’s economic framework, making this victory particularly pivotal. With plans to boost job creation, skill development, and infrastructure expansion, Sitharaman reiterated the government’s commitment to translating political victories into tangible benefits for citizens, driving India closer to its developmental goals and the dream of a self-reliant, developed nation.