Reaction quotes on the Economics Survey 2026

Shrivallabh Goyal - CEO & Whole-Time Director, Model Economic Township  (Reliance MET City)

"The Economic Survey rightly reframes cities as economic infrastructure rather than just population centres. India’s next phase of growth will depend on how effectively we integrate manufacturing, logistics, skills and urban living into a single ecosystem. This is where integrated industrial urban platforms like Reliance MET City become relevant. The future shall not be about only services, but on ground enablement of production, exports and employment at scale. India, today is in possession of a distinct opportunity where we can build economic cities combining infrastructure readiness, sustainability frameworks and policy, to compete at a global stage. That shift will be critical for India to deepen its position in global value chains and sustain high growth to become Vibrant Bharat by 2047."

Yateesh Wahaal, Director Finance, M3M India

"The Economic Survey 2025–26 highlights the central role of real estate in enabling urban growth through housing, mobility, and infrastructure-led development. Its emphasis on improving urban capacity and accessibility is directly relevant across premium housing, branded residences, commercial, and mixed-use developments. At M3M India, we see strong alignment between policy-led urban planning and the need to deliver high-quality, sustainable built environments. As Indian cities evolve, demand will increasingly favour well-designed developments that combine lifestyle, connectivity, and long-term value, supporting balanced and future-ready urban growth."

Sidharth Chowdhry - Managing Director, Dalcore

"The Economic Survey 2025–26 reinforces confidence in India’s medium-term growth trajectory, projecting GDP growth of 6.3–6.8% in FY26, supported by domestic consumption, infrastructure investment, and structural reforms. For the real estate and alternative assets sector, the Survey’s focus on urban infrastructure, capital formation, and efficient land use highlights the growing role of institutional capital in shaping India’s next phase of development.

At Dalcore, we see a strong alignment between the government’s push for resilient urban ecosystems and the rising demand for professionally managed, future-ready commercial assets. As India’s cities evolve into integrated economic engines, capital will increasingly gravitate toward high-quality developments that combine sustainability, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation. This shift is critical to supporting India’s broader ambition of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047."