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Vajpayee: India's Economy 4th Largest
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 13 Aug 2026, 05:38 AM
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Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee declared India's economy as the fourth largest in his last Independence Day speech. He highlighted the country's economic growth and progress.
On August 15, 2003, Atal Bihari Vajpayee addressed the nation on the occasion of Independence Day. In his speech, he emphasized the significant growth of India's economy, stating it had become the fourth largest in the world. This milestone marked a major achievement for the country, showcasing its rapid economic progress. Vajpayee's speech highlighted the nation's efforts to strengthen its economy and improve the standard of living for its citizens.