Despite significance of agri sector, it couldn’t grow to the required extent

Agriculture sector is facing crisis that will gradually constrain industrial output

In current political scenario, timing of stabilisation steps is vital

Unemployed workers must enhance skills to match emerging requirements

Govt trying to resume IMF programme; lender may ask for fiscal adjustment

Balance tilted in favour of livelihood keeping in view socio-economic problems

To stave off shortage of commodities, govt should clamp down on profiteers

Economy needs structural transformation that is a painful and enduring process

Policymakers will have to adopt Look East policy to solve problem

Current account surplus is achieved at cost of living standards, employment