Nearly 500 cities set to become next economic hubs: FM Sitharaman

Jul 4, 2026 - 02:00
Nearly 500 cities set to become next economic hubs: FM Sitharaman

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India's middle class, comprising 31% of the population, is identified as the nation's primary growth engine, driving nearly all consumer spending. This demographic is expanding annually at 6.3% and is increasingly found in tier-two and tier-three cities, not just metropolises. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that around 500 cities are set to become new economic hubs, with government initiatives supporting AI-driven skill development to address job displacement fears.

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