The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs has said that the crisis in West Asia has created another major shock for the global economy. Senior economist Ingo Pitterle stated that India cannot completely escape the impact of this global challenge, especially because the country depends heavily on energy imports. According to the report, India’s economic growth is expected to slow down to 6.4% in 2026. This is lower than the 7.5% growth recorded in 2025. The slowdown is mainly due to rising energy import costs and tighter financial conditions, which are affecting economic progress. However, the report also highlighted that India’s economy continues to remain strong in many areas. Strong consumer demand, government investments, and the good performance of the services export sector are supporting the country’s economic growth. Despite global challenges, India is still expected to maintain stable economic performance.
