Prime Minister appealed to people across the country to mark the upcoming festive season by embracing Swadeshi goods and walking the path of Aatmanirbhar (self-reliant) Bharat to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat.
- Vocal for Local is for the nation to be self-sufficient in their production and supply and to utilize self-consumption of commodities created.
Why there is a need for ‘Vocal for Local’ and Aatmanirbhar Bharat for India?
- Economic imperatives: A self-reliant economy can better withstand global disruptions such as the ongoing geopolitical conflicts and trade wars such as the recent imposition of disproportionate tariffs by the US.
- Demographic dividend: Strengthening domestic manufacturing, MSMEs, and agriculture provides large-scale employment opportunities for India’s young population.
- National Security: Enhancing domestic tech capabilities is key to ensure data security and protects against imminent cyber threats.
- Sustainable development: Indigenous capabilities may promote resource efficiency, recycling, and reduced carbon footprint supporting climate commitments.
- Diplomatic: Self-reliance doesn’t mean isolation; it means building strength to compete globally. India can become a reliable supplier of pharma, IT, green energy, and digital solutions.
Conclusion
A self-reliant India is not about isolationism but about building domestic capabilities to ensure economic strength, social inclusivity, technological advancement, and strategic autonomy, while still integrating with the global economy.
Measures taken for Aatmanirbhar Bharat and ‘Vocal for Local’
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