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Ajay Seth says India will curb inflation and protect growth as global pressures mount

Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Ajay Seth says India will curb inflation and protect growth as global pressures mount

What monetary and fiscal moves are being readied behind

Department of Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth said monetary and fiscal authorities are taking steps to moderate inflation despite domestic and global headwinds. He stressed that policy action is being calibrated to control price pressures while keeping growth momentum intact. Seth framed the approach as “whatever it takes,” signaling continued coordination to balance inflation containment with economic expansion.

  • DEA Secretary Ajay Seth links inflation control with sustained growth
  • He cites both domestic pressures and global uncertainties
  • Monetary and fiscal authorities are coordinating policy actions
  • Growth efforts will be protected even while tackling inflation
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