Sensex closes at record high led by banking stocks
Our correspondents report on the developments, the people affected and what happens next.
- Decision announced after two days of deliberations
- Implementation to begin within 90 days
- Opposition calls for wider consultation
Mumbai: Sensex closes at record high led by banking stocks. Officials said the change follows months of consultation between government, industry and civil-society groups.
People familiar with the matter said the decision reflects a broader shift in priorities. “This is a step we have been preparing for,” one senior official told World Space News.
What happens next
Implementation is expected to begin within 90 days. Analysts say the real test will be how quickly the changes reach people on the ground, particularly outside the big cities.
“The details matter more than the announcement,” said an independent policy researcher.
Critics argue the timeline is ambitious and have asked for clear public reporting on progress.
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