India's Path to Becoming Third-Largest Economy by 2028 Discussed at WEF 2026

At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Harvard economist Gita Gopinath and Indian Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India's potential to become the world's third-largest economy by 2028, driven by structural reforms, infrastructure investment, and inclusive growth. Gopinath emphasized pollution as a significant economic threat surpassing trade tariffs, while both noted risks from global debt and trade tensions. Discussions also covered challenges like raising per capita income, judicial reform, and the impact of geopolitical uncertainties on India's growth trajectory.