‘Mantra of Swadeshi is going to receive new energy…’: PM Modi on the occasion of Navratri

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Navratri and said that the mantra of “Swadeshi” received new energy during the auspicious occasion of Navratri, as he urged citizens to work collectively for a developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant) India.

Calling this Navratri “very special,” the Prime Minister said that the festival has coincided with the GST Savings Festival, which would further boost the idea of promoting Indian products.

In a post on X, the prime minister wrote, “This time, this auspicious occasion of Navratri is very special. Along with the GST Savings Festival, the mantra of Swadeshi is going to receive a new energy during this period. Let us come together in collective efforts for the fulfilment of the resolve for a developed and self-reliant India”.

इस बार नवरात्रि का यह शुभ अवसर बहुत विशेष है। GST बचत उत्सव के साथ-साथ स्वदेशी के मंत्र को इस दौरान एक नई ऊर्जा मिलने वाली है। आइए, विकसित और आत्मनिर्भर भारत के संकल्प की सिद्धि के लिए सामूहिक प्रयासों में जुट जाएं।

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2025

He also appealed to the citizens to stand united in promoting domestic goods and services, stressing that Swadeshi is not only an economic movement but also a step towards strengthening the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).

A day earlier, addressing the nation via video conferencing, the Prime Minister said that the government’s recent reduction in GST rates will ease financial burdens on citizens, making houses, vehicles, and consumer goods more affordable.

He said that reduced GST rates will ease costs on essentials like homes, vehicles, and household items, marking the launch of a nationwide ‘GST Bachat Utsav’. He called the reforms a major step towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat and inclusive growth.

The Prime Minister underscored that “with lower GST rates, fulfilling personal dreams will become easier for citizens — whether it’s building a house, purchasing a TV or refrigerator, or buying a scooter, bike, or car–all will now cost less.”He added that travel will also become more affordable, as GST on most hotel rooms has been reduced.

PM Modi expressed happiness over the enthusiastic response of shopkeepers towards the GST reforms. He noted that “they are actively working to pass on the benefits of GST reductions to customers”. Extending greetings to all citizens on the commencement of Navratri, the festival of worshipping Shakti, he remarked that from the very first day of Navratri, the nation is taking a significant step forward in the Aatmanirbhar Bharat campaign. (ANI)