Prime Minister Modi appeals to citizens to support local business and products for the country’s prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to boost the country’s self-reliance by purchasing locally-sourced products and services.

The Prime Minister made the appeal as India witnessed a robust GDP growth of 7.8%, despite global geopolitical tensions and disruptions in the international supply chain.

In his address to the nation, PM Modi condoled the growth figure and said it was the combined efforts of Indians that made India register a healthy economic growth figure.

PM Modi Appeals to Citizens to Support Local Business and Products

• Highlighting the significance of Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat, PM Modi urged all Indians to make a conscious choice to support local products and services.
• The Prime Minister said that boosting the local economies would have a multiplier effect and create employment opportunities.
• PM Modi said that every citizen needs to consciously contribute to building an economically independent and strong India.
• “We should make more and more people switch to local products and local services”
• He said that the more Indians opt for local products and services, the faster the country would grow.

PM Modi Asks Indians to Avoid Unnecessary Foreign Travel

PM Modi also appealed to Indians to avoid taking unnecessary trips abroad.

He said Indians should explore local tourism and domestic destinations before considering visiting any foreign destination.

“Let us promote local tourism and domestic business as much as we can”, said the Prime Minister.

PM Modi Wants Indians to Get Married in India

Giving a humorous twist to his appeal for Indians to turn to local products and services, PM Modi said Indians should consider getting married in India instead of choosing to host their wedding ceremonies abroad.

The Prime Minister said that Indians spending millions of dollars on destination weddings abroad could contribute to the local hotel, tourism, transport, events management, handicrafts, and other related businesses if they hosted their weddings in India.

PM Modi Warns Against Unnecessary Purchase of Gold

PM Modi also appealed to Indians to avoid buying gold unless it is unavoidable.

The Prime Minister’s appeal to refrain from buying gold came as India strives to build an economy that is insulated from global geopolitical and price volatility risks.

PM Modi has on several occasions urged Indians to adopt certain lifestyle changes, including avoiding wastefulness and unnecessary consumption of fuel and going for public transport.

India’s 7.8% Economic Growth is a Testament to its Resilience

India’s 7.8% economic growth in the April-June quarter is a testimony to the country’s ability to withstand global headwinds and maintain an upward economic trajectory.

The Prime Minister said the current economic growth figure was a proud achievement for Indians since the global economy is facing multiple challenges, including war, geopolitical tensions, and disrupted supply chains.

According to Prime Minister Modi, India’s economic resilience showcased through its recent GDP growth figure is a victory of the spirit of the Indian people.

India’s Self-Reliance and Growth Will Make it a Developed Nation

• PM Modi said the current economic growth trajectory puts India on the path to becoming a developed nation.
• He called upon Indians to rise to the occasion and achieve Viksit Bharat by being self-reliant in critical spheres of life.
• PM Modi said that the youth will play a significant role in India’s journey towards becoming a developed country.
• “The road to Viksit Bharat will be built with the sweat and toil of our youth”, he said.