How are Gandhinagar residents supporting PM Modi’s 'Swadeshi mantra' to promote 'Made in India' products?

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Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Modi emphasizes the importance of self-reliance.
- Residents are inspired to support Vocal for Local.
- Community members pledge to use indigenous products.
- The Urban Development initiative aims for better governance.
- Local support for PM Modi’s policies is strong.
Gandhinagar, New Delhi, May 27 (NationPress) - On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in the 20th anniversary festivities of the ‘Gujarat Urban Development' initiative, drawing the attention of countless city residents.
During his address to the large crowd, PM Modi emphasized the importance of the ‘Swadeshi' philosophy and called on citizens to champion the Vocal for Local movement, aiming for a self-reliant India.
Those present were deeply inspired by the Prime Minister’s words and committed to becoming proactive supporters of the Vocal for Local campaign.
Many attendees, in conversations with IANS, expressed their intentions to spread the message of Vocal for Local to every household, advocating for the preference of Swadeshi products over foreign alternatives.
Local resident Priyanka shared, "We've gained invaluable insights from PM Modi's address. He reminded us that challenges should not lead to panic; instead, we must pursue our goals with unwavering honesty. Success will find us eventually."
Another resident, Jigna, voiced her strong backing for PM Modi’s initiatives and policies.
“India is advancing swiftly. PM Modi has encouraged us to embrace local products. We will carry this message into every home,” she stated.
Anita Bhanushali expressed, “We have more faith in PM Modi's policies than in our own judgments. During the tensions between India and Pakistan, the climate in Kutch was tense, yet we believed in the PM’s reassurance.”
Manisha Bhanushali remarked that the Prime Minister’s speech was profoundly inspiring, highlighting the bravery of our armed forces in neutralizing threats and terrorists across the border.
“The Vocal for Local campaign has significantly motivated me. We have committed to boycotting foreign goods from now on and exclusively using indigenous products,” said a local resident.
It is noteworthy that the Urban Development initiative, launched in 2005, was a flagship program by then Chief Minister Narendra Modi, aimed at revolutionizing Gujarat’s urban framework through systematic infrastructure and improved governance.