India, Sept. 10 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi asks NDA MPs to push the Swadeshi agenda to tackle the Trump tariffs. How can this be a game changer?

US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs have significantly affected India. They have adversely impacted the Indian economy, making recalibration of both external and internal policies imperative. Swadeshi has long been a cornerstone of Prime Minister Modi's philosophy. He has made a fervent pitch for swadeshi through 'Make in India' and 'Vocal for Local' slogans.

Today, the Swadeshi plank is rooted in practical pragmatism. PM Modi has once again invoked the spirit of Swadeshi in his recent call to National Democratic Alliance MPs, asking them to turn "swadeshi" into a mass movement. M...