Gandhinagar, Feb. 3 -- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday expressed happiness over the announcement of the India-United States trade deal under which Washington has reduced tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent.

In a post on X, Patel noted that the agreement would significantly bolster the 'Make in India' initiative by expanding market access and creating fresh opportunities for MSMEs, farmers, youth, and businesses in both nations.

Extending his congratulations to PM Modi for facilitating the deal, the Gujarat CM stated that this landmark agreement and the resulting tariff reductions are truly great news for both nations.

"A historic step forward in India-US relations. Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM @nare...