India Economic Summit : Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman , while speaking at India Economic Summit —India’s biggest business event—offered a rare and candid insight into the decision-making process within the Narendra Modi -led government, shedding light on the extensive consultations and deliberations that take place before any significant policy decision is made. 

Sitharaman highlighted that decisions within the government are not made in isolation or in a single sitting. 

“No decision is taken in one sitting. It goes through rounds of discussions and consultations,” she explained, underlining the complexity and thoroughness that characterizes the process. 

She further highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi ‘s role in this process, praising his methodical and patient approach. “At every stage, the Prime Minister has done his homework. He listens to you without disturbance and hears you patiently, ensuring all perspectives are considered,” Sitharaman said.