On this Special Report, Rajdeep Sardesai anchors the ‘Mood of the Nation’ poll, focusing on the Indian economy’s performance ahead of the 2026 Union Budget. The poll reveals that 54% of respondents believe Prime Minister Narendra Modi handles the economy better than former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, marking a 9% increase since August 2025. Sardesai notes, ‘It is when you get the economy wrong that your numbers start falling,’ highlighting that despite global headwinds, the government maintains a ‘well above average’ satisfaction rate. The panel, featuring Raj Chingappa, Yashwant Deshmukh, and Siddharth Zarabi, discusses the impact of GST reforms, new labour codes, and the recent trade deal with the European Union. While opposition spokesperson Salman Sohs raises concerns over weak consumption and private investment, BJP’s Dr Syed Zafar Islam defends the government’s record on macro-stability and growth momentum. The discussion underscores a ‘dual-mood’ of approval and anxiety among the Indian electorate regarding employment and inflation.
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