Ranchi, Oct. 6 -- The BJP held a state-level workshop today at its state office under the "Self-Reliant India Pledge" campaign, bringing together senior party leaders and office-bearers to discuss strategies for taking the Swadeshi (indigenous) movement to every voter.
State President and Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi said that India will achieve self-reliance through the Swadeshi movement.
He recalled the significance of the Swadeshi spirit during India's freedom struggle, citing the Salt Satyagraha, Quit India Movement, and Dandi March as the key moments that inspired the nation.
Marandi also highlighted India's economic history, noting that during the Mauryan period, the country accounted for 33 percent of global GDP, which fel...