New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- India's GDP growth projection of 6.8-7.2 per cent for FY27, as outlined in the Economic Survey, is achievable given the country's economic resilience, but delays in finalising a free trade agreement (FTA) with the United States could pose a significant risk, according to Deloitte India Economist Rumki Majumdar.

She said the Survey's growth estimate is more optimistic than projections by multilateral agencies such as the IMF and World Bank, but reflects strong domestic momentum that has continued despite global uncertainty.

Domestic Drivers Support Growth

Majumdar noted that India's recent economic performance has exceeded expectations, including near 8 per cent growth in the first half of the current fiscal year. ...