The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas stated that India's economic growth outlook remains strong despite increasing global uncertainties stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The IMF projects a growth rate of 7.6% for the fiscal year 2025, with a slight adjustment to 6.5% for 2026. This positive outlook is attributed to strong domestic demand and investment momentum, along with easing trade tensions between India and the United States, which have reduced tariff uncertainties. However, inflationary pressures are expected to rise, with projections estimating it at 4.7% in 2026, influenced by higher global energy prices and food costs. Gourinchas highlighted India's structural dependence on energy imports as a potential vulnerability in a volatile global environment, while noting that the country's current growth trajectory aligns with its long-term potential of around 6.5%. Overall, India's position as a key driver of global growth is emphasized, especially as many economies face slower expansion and increased uncertainty.