Finance secretary Ajay Seth emphasized India’s economic resilience and projected growth of 6.3-6.8%, highlighting healthy tax collections. He stressed the importance of fiscal consolidation, urging states to prioritize capital expenditure over revenue deficits. Seth also noted the need for a more objective World Governance Index and a global shift towards energy security over immediate energy transition goals. Post navigation Survey: Export orders drive manufacturing activity to 10-month high After LNG, government may hike fertiliser imports from US