Jairam Ramesh, a prominent Congress leader, has sharply criticized the Modi government for its handling of the Indian economy, alleging significant mismanagement in areas such as inflation, investment, and supply chains. In a statement shared on social media, he noted that the economic sentiment has deteriorated to the extent that even supporters of the government are expressing concerns. Ramesh highlighted that inflation forecasts are on the rise while growth projections are declining, with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) continuing to shrink. He attributed this stagnation to weak consumer demand and a climate of fear among investors, exacerbated by government policies that create uncertainty. Furthermore, he accused the government of fostering cronyism and pointed to the adverse effects of imports from China on local manufacturing. Ramesh's comments coincided with Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to Italy, where he engaged in a light-hearted moment by gifting 'Melody' toffees to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which Ramesh used to emphasize the disconnect between the government's actions and the economic reality. He called for a radical reset in economic policymaking, asserting that the government has run out of ideas beyond self-promotion.