India, Oct. 31 -- For the past few months, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been relentlessly urging citizens to embrace Swadeshi products and self-reliance. The Government under his leadership has been a strong advocate of reducing foreign dependence and embracing self-reliance through initiatives like "Make in India" and "Make for the World". During the COVID-19 pandemic, this vision evolved into the "Vocal for Local" campaign.

Through his "Mann Ki Baat" address on August 15, and in numerous public interactions, the Prime Minister has reiterated his message: adopting Swadeshi is not merely a slogan but a national responsibility. This period of two to three months is a time of celebration across the country. Festivals like Ganesh Utsav,...