MoSPI Secretary defends new GDP series, calls criticism unnecessary
Saurabh Garg, Secretary of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), stated that the controversy surrounding the updated GDP series is unnecessary. He suggested the pushback might stem from the April-June 2026 growth figure of 7.8% exceeding market expectations. Garg emphasized that the new series is the most reliable option available, noting that the ministry is utilizing the highest quality data possible.
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