Subhechcha Ganguly 
In its first 100 days, the NDA 3.0 government has initiated a vast infrastructure development program spanning defence, connectivity, agriculture, and social sectors, with an investment of ₹15 lakh crore. The goals are to modernize national security, enhance agriculture through Minimum Support Prices (MSP), and construct millions of homes under the PMAY scheme. These efforts aim to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and position India as a global leader in technology and industry.
INFRASTRUCTURE EXPANSION ACROSS SECTORS The NDA government has launched a significant infrastructure push aimed at driving growth and job creation across multiple sectors including defence, connectivity, agriculture, industry, and housing. The government expects these initiatives to attract private sector involvement and support a broader economic recovery.
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
₹15 lakh crore allocated for various programs within the first 100 days of NDA 3.0.
₹28,600 crore designated for 12 plug-and-play industrial parks.
DEFENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUS
The government has committed ₹21.45 lakh crore to defence procurement for national security modernization. This includes enhancing the armed forces and upgrading defence infrastructure. Additionally, India is launching “Semicon 2.0,” the second phase of its semiconductor manufacturing initiative, with ₹76,000 crore to reduce import dependence and establish the country as a semiconductor hub.
CONNECTIVITY INITIATIVES
Over ₹3 lakh crore has been approved for road infrastructure in the first 100 days. The focus includes railway, metro, and highway projects, covering over 50,656 km. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train received a significant boost, and a major water transport project was greenlit in Maharashtra to reduce agricultural disruption due to weather challenges.
AGRICULTURE PRIORITIES
₹2 lakh crore has been allocated to ensure MSP for various Kharif crops, while a national water grid is being developed to support farmers in drought-affected regions. The Anusandhan National Research Fund was also launched with ₹1,000 crore to advance agricultural research and productivity.
SOCIAL SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
4.21 million homes have been built under PMAY, with plans for an additional 30 million in the next phase. Infrastructure projects, particularly in housing, are projected to create millions of jobs, especially in urban and semi-urban areas.
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
India is expected to achieve a GDP growth rate of 8.2% in FY 2023-24, driven by infrastructure initiatives. The government is encouraging private sector participation to further accelerate growth, particularly in infrastructure and agriculture. Fiscal prudence remains a priority to maintain long-term economic stability while expanding development efforts.
FUTURE VISION
The government is focused on empowering rural areas, promoting affordable housing, enhancing digital infrastructure, and advancing self-reliance in critical sectors such as defence and technology. These reforms are designed to guide India toward becoming a $5 trillion economy, with sustainable growth and job creation across multiple sectors.
