Deepinder Goyal’s Call for India to Rise as a Global Superpower Amid US Tariff Challenges
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal Calls for India to Rise as a Global Superpower Amid US Tariff Threats
Published on: August 7, 2025, 3:07 PM IST
In a passionate and fiery post on social media platform X, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has issued a rallying cry for India to assert itself as a global superpower in the face of rising tariffs imposed by the United States. His bold statement comes in response to recent economic pressures that he argues are designed to keep India in a subordinate position on the world stage.
Goyal’s message resonates with many as he reflects on the recurring theme of international threats that seek to undermine India’s potential. "Every few years, the world reminds us of our place. A threat here, a tariff there. But the message is the same: stay in your lane, India," he wrote, emphasizing the need for the nation to take charge of its own destiny.
The CEO’s call to action is clear: "Global powers will always bully us unless we take our destiny in our own hands. The only way to do that is if we collectively decide to become the world’s largest, most unapologetic superpower—in economy, technology, defense, and most importantly, ambition. There is absolutely no other way."
While Goyal refrained from directly naming US President Donald Trump, his comments come on the heels of Trump’s recent executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, effectively doubling the total tariff to 50%. The White House has justified this move by citing national security concerns, particularly regarding India’s continued imports of Russian oil.
The response to Goyal’s post has been overwhelmingly supportive, with thousands of users rallying behind his vision. One user remarked, “We should take these lessons positively. They are a wake-up call for all of us.” Another added, “This has to be the goal! We as a country have all the raw ingredients required to achieve this.”
As India grapples with these economic challenges, Goyal’s message serves as both a warning and an inspiration, urging the nation to harness its potential and strive for greatness on the global stage. The question remains: will India rise to the occasion and claim its rightful place among the world’s superpowers?
