PEOPLESPEAK 5: Piyush Goyal – Tough negotiator, friend of industry

His regular interaction with industry and focused approach has caught people’s attention and were among the main reasons respondents chose

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal was rated among the best performing ministers in Prime Narendra Modi’s cabinet due to his deep understanding of the industry issues and regular interactions besides being a tough negotiator not giving away India’s interest in trade negotiations with the United States.

Respondents highlighted that he stays away from the limelight and appreciated his energy, clarity and consistency in his work. One described him as someone who “doesn’t overpromise, and remains humble.” Here is what some of the respondents said:

Here is what respondents said about Piyush Goyal-

Shikha Tripathi: Because of his involvement in the subjects pertaining to the MoC. Continuously being engaged with the industry, reviewing performance of the industry makes him stand out amongst all.

Ujjwal: Stays out of limelight, does his work, doesn’t overpromise, and remains humble.

Sumeet: His energy, clarity and consistency.

Ss: Because of his role in trade negotiations with the US.

Anil: No double policies in work.