Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged all Indians to support Swadeshi—buying and selling Indian-made products. He made this strong appeal while addressing a public gathering in Varanasi on Saturday. His message came just after US President Donald Trump announced higher import taxes (tariffs) on products from about 70 countries, including India.
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What Happened?
- The US government has imposed 25% tariffs on Indian goods, starting August 7.
- Trump also announced penalties on India for buying oil and defense equipment from Russia.
- In a social media post, Trump said, “India can take its dead economy down with Russia,” showing clear disapproval of India’s trade moves.
PM Modi’s Key Points:
- PM Modi said that the world economy is unstable, and every country is now thinking about its own interests.
- He reminded everyone that India is on its way to becoming the third-largest economy in the world.
- The government is focusing on farmers, small businesses, and job creation for the youth.
- He called for a national movement to promote local (Swadeshi) products.
- Modi stressed that all citizens, political parties, and leaders must come together to support Indian-made goods.
- He urged people to ask themselves: “Was this product made by an Indian?” If yes, then it should be our first choice.
- The Prime Minister requested traders and shopkeepers to sell only Swadeshi goods in their stores.
- With the festival and wedding season coming up, he encouraged people to buy only Indian products for celebrations.
- Modi recalled how some people had shifted their wedding plans back to India in response to his earlier appeals, saying such acts reflect true Swadeshi spirit.
- He also talked about his government’s continuous efforts to support farmers and improve their lives.
What Does It Mean?
Modi’s message is clear: support Indian products, especially now when global trade relations are tense. He believes that by buying locally-made goods, we are not just helping Indian businesses but also serving the nation.
