New Delhi, Aug. 31 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday organized his monthly radio program "Mann Ki Baat". There, he urged startups and entrepreneurs to develop innovative toys and games; "For India and Of India". The direction aims to meet domestic demand and increase its share in the global toy business, almost Rs 7 lakh crore. He also called the general public to go "Vocal For Local"; and support Indian apps that could replace the ones currently in vogue and are controlled by foreign companies. He focused on India to become self-reliant, even in toys.

He stressed on Mahatma Gandhi's call for non-cooperation. On it, he said that "AtmaNirbhar Bharat" is also a step in the same direction; making India self-reliant. He said, "Friend...