On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the Council of Ministers aimed at discussing reforms to improve the ease of living and doing business in India, aligning with the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by 2047. The Prime Minister described the meeting as 'fruitful' and emphasized the exchange of best practices among ministers. Presentations were made by various ministries, including Agriculture, Labour, and Commerce, focusing on enhancing governance efficiency. Modi stressed the urgency of swift decision-making, urging ministries to minimize delays and maximize productivity. He also directed underperforming ministries to adopt corrective measures to improve their functioning. The gathering was seen as a crucial midterm performance review, with a strong emphasis on public outreach to highlight the government's achievements over the past 12 years. The Council of Ministers comprises 30 cabinet ministers and several ministers of state, reflecting a broad representation of the Indian government.