While global tensions ripple across markets, India clocked 7.8% growth last quarter. And Arvind Panagariya, chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, isn’t just hopeful; he’s confident we’ll hit at least 7% this fiscal year. The RBI’s 6.7% forecast? He calls it cautious. Too cautious. Why does this matter? Because growth like this means more jobs, more opportunities, more reason for young Indians to believe the system is finally working. And yes; he’s not worried about the “middle-income trap.” But here’s the catch: this momentum needs fuel. Reforms at the state and city level can’t wait. If you’re preparing for government jobs or UPSC, this isn’t just economics; it’s context. A booming economy reshapes priorities, budgets, and even exam syllabi. Don’t just study the numbers. Understand what they’re telling you about the future; and your place in it.