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The IMF’s charts tell a tale so stark,
Of twilight growth and nations embarked.
Global recessions no longer loom,
Yet troubles linger, casting gloom.
Inflation's flame has nearly died,
Monetary reins held firm, applied.
The U.S. strides with surprising pace,
While Europe falters, slowing the race.
While Europe falters, slowing the race.
In regions marred by war’s cruel hand,
West Asia, Africa struggle to stand.
But Asia rises — its skies aglow,
With China and India setting the flow.
Chorus of Hopes and Emerging Gleams
Growth steady, yet not sublime,
3.2% — a plateau in time.
With food costs rising, caution stays,
And services soar in inflation’s haze.
India's star aims for 7% high,
Yet fading pent-up demand draws nigh.
Urban pulses stutter and slow,
Consumer sales, no longer aglow.
A monsoon’s bounty may still redeem,
Lifting rural incomes with its stream.
But fortune’s dance, fickle and fast,
Teaches no good harvest will last.
Global Growth at a ‘Mediocre’ Turn
The five-year horizon, IMF warns,
Will mark a time when sluggishness dawns.
Protectionist tides in trade arise,
Clouding once bright economic skies.
India’s march depends on its own,
As global exports falter and groan.
Reform’s torch now lights the State,
For Central action may come too late.
For Central action may come too late.
Unlocking Potential, Raising the Bar
The World Bank calls for doors swung wide —
Lower tariffs, bring FDI inside.
Let competition spread and grow,
Through deep reforms, let vigour show.
The IMF urges ambition bold,
To spark investments, break the mold.
Integration’s path must now be paved,
If growth’s bright future is to be saved.
A Vision Awaits: The Choice is Clear
Growth’s prescription lies in trust,
In policies fair, reforms robust.
Steady hands must guide the way,
For India's tomorrow is born today.
So lift the sails, though winds may shift,
Through storm and calm, economies lift.
With wisdom clear and purpose grand,
A prosperous future rests in our hands.
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