New Delhi:

RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka on Sunday listed 10 expectations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his third term in office.

Listing the expectations on microblogging platform X, Mr Goenka mentioned ‘One Nation, One Election’; Uniform Civil Code; and Agricultural reforms, which he expects should be implemented during PM Modi’s third term.

Also, he expects to see continued efforts to boost the economy through infrastructure and manufacturing, further push in digitalisation and growing India’s global profile, and expansion in healthcare and education, among others.

What do I expect from the third term of PM Modi:

1. One nation one election
2. Uniform Civil Code
3. Agricultural reforms
4. Continued efforts to boost economy through infrastructure & manufacturing
5. Further push digitalisation
6. Expand healthcare & education
7. Job creation…

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) June 2, 2024

Further, Mr Goenka noted that in the third term of PM Modi, job creation along with labour reforms, and greater investments in energy and climate should be a priority.

Since being shared on X, the post has garnered over 55,000 views. Also, several users in the comment section shared their expectations from PM Modi’s third term.

“Major investment in Railway, tax rationalisations for the middle class,” a user wrote.

“How about adding a focus on renewable energy and sustainability? Imagine India leading the world in green tech and clean energy! Plus, more green jobs and a healthier planet for future generations,” another user said.

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Indian tyre manufacturing company CEAT chairman Harsh Goenka on Saturday shared glimpses of the company’s management team testing its winter tyres near the Arctic Circle.

The industrialist dropped videos and a couple of pictures on X (formerly Twitter), along with a note that revealed that this test was conducted 300 km north of the Arctic Circle at Finland’s Ivalo.

Mr Goenka also revealed that the management team tested these tyres on both external snow as well as the interior snow tunnel, which he had never seen before.

The first frame shows the massive tunnel, covered with a white sheet of snow. The pictures also show countless tyre marks on the floor.

Following that was a clip depicting a car navigating across a slick layer of snow, considered one of the most treacherous surfaces for driving.

The video also shows the management team standing on the side of the sleet-covered road. Another clip shows a car speedily drifting on powdered snow.

The post was concluded with a group picture of the entire CEAT management team.

Sharing the post, Mr Goenka wrote, “CEAT management team while testing winter tyres 300 km north of Arctic Circle at Ivalo, Finland – on external snow as well as an interior snow tunnel (never seen one before).”

Check out the glimpses here:

CEAT management team while testing winter tyres 300 km north of Arctic circle at Ivalo, Finland – on external snow as well as an interior snow tunnel (never seen one before). pic.twitter.com/JFTVGU0I7Z

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) March 23, 2024

A few days back, Harsh Goenka shared a video of Mahindra Group chairman Anand Mahindra, addressing the fourth Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Lecture. Mr Goenka was intrigued by the part where Mr Mahindra shared a personal anecdote involving his youngest daughter’s accident to point out that solutions to problems often lie in “your own backyard”

Sharing the video, Mr Goenka wrote, “A lovely story from my friend Anand Mahindra.”

A lovely story from my friend @anandmahindra ???????????? pic.twitter.com/GjlgSqWYs8

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) March 19, 2024

In the clip, Mr Mahindra opened up about the distressing time, when his daughter suffered a hand injury that required microsurgery.

Even though Mr Mahindra sought care from famous surgeons in Paris and London, the successful operation was eventually performed by a surgeon from Mumbai.

“I have told and retold this story because it taught me one powerful lesson: always look for solutions in your backyard before you think that the best solution lies overseas. And how did this affect me and my career? Well, I’m certain that after that, when it came to making big decisions and big bets in business that were based on homegrown technology, I never again lacked the courage to do so,” he said.

Harsh Goenka, Chairman, RPG Group

The Finance Minister’s speech during the Vote on Account exudes confidence that our economy is on track to achieve the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of becoming a ‘developed nation’ (Viksit Bharat) by 2047. The budget last year had significantly increased infrastructure spending alongside multiple welfare schemes. The results of the reforms and investments are now clearly visible with significant strides in various sectors that bolster the nation’s trajectory towards inclusive growth and sustainable development.

Continued focus on infrastructure, with substantial investments in railways, airports, and highways underscores the government’s commitment to strengthen these sectors which are the backbone for economic growth, job creation, and enhanced quality of life. The budget also continues several social welfare measures, crucial for India’s long-term growth, ensuring that development is inclusive and benefits the most vulnerable sections of society. The healthcare initiatives are particularly noteworthy, reflecting the lessons learned during the pandemic and doubling down on the commitment to building a robust public health system. The decision to extend healthcare coverage under Ayushman Bharat to all ASHA and Anganwadi workers will motivate those working at the grassroots and strengthen the primary healthcare ecosystem. The decision to encourage cervical cancer vaccination for young girls will reduce the risks of developing cervical cancer for the 511.4 million women aged 15 and older.

The foresight shown towards technology is commendable. The 1 lakh crore support for technology investments aligns with the nation’s rapidly growing digital economy, unlocking new growth avenues and fostering innovation to cement India’s position as a global leader in the digital space. Strengthening of deep-tech technology for the defence sector will ensure our defence forces are always equipped with the most advanced technologies to meet any future threat.

The agricultural sector, the backbone of the Indian economy, has been getting due attention with 11.8 cr. farmers having received direct financial assistance from PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi so far. The initiatives to enhance agricultural productivity, improve post-harvest marketing and storage infrastructure and better market access will not only boost the sector but also empower millions of farmers. This will go a long way in elevating the rural economy and ensuring food security for India.

The budget makes a strong case for environmental sustainability, aligning with our Net Zero commitment. Viability gap funding for investments in renewable energy, green initiatives, and sustainable urban planning demonstrate our proactive stance on climate change. The proposed rooftop solar investment of 1 crore households will promote grassroot level energy self-sufficiency and also create multiple economic opportunities.

The budget showed continued commitment to simplifying tax structure and removing irritants eg. withdrawal of old outstanding direct tax demands which will bring relief to around one crore small taxpayers. The government’s approach to fiscal management also deserves an applause. Measures to consistently bring down fiscal deficit, aiming at a below 4.5% number by FY26 will ensure economic stability.

Overall, balancing growth with social welfare, modernisation with sustainability, and fiscal prudence with ambitious development goals, the Interim Budget 2024 has ensured that India’s economic juggernaut continues to roll on as we build a prosperous, resilient, and future-ready nation.