Atmanirbhar

Praising the fast pace of growth and employment under the NDA and BJP Government, PM Narendra Modi gave 70,000 virtual appointment letters. Addressing the Rashtriya Rozgar Mela, PM Narendra Modi highlighted how different Indian sectors, including agriculture is rising, with the involvement of youths and technology. "Atmanirbhar is generating jobs in urban and rural areas," said PM Modi. He also appreciated star-ups in India, which generated… read-more

The Defence Ministry has inked a Rs 1,056-crore military equipment deal with Mahindra Defence Systems Ltd. Under the deal, the government will purchase 1,300 Light Specialist Vehicles for Indian Army. Giving Impetus to 'Atmanirbhar Initiative', these indigenously manufactured vehicles will assist army in carrying Medium Machine guns and Automatic Grenade Launchers in fighting units. In addition, these combat vehicles will provide all-round… read-more

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on September 24, stated ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ as an ‘important initiative’ to support Indian economy and prevent downside risks. Speaking about India's ‘Make for the World’ goal, Gerry Rice, director-communication department, IMF, said India has to focus on policies that “integrate India in the global value chain, including through trade, investment and technology.” He added that ‘comprehensive structural… read-more

On September 14, Rahul Gandhi took to Twitter to accuse the Government on mismanagement of the pandemic. He said that 'unplanned lockdown' was a 'gift of one man's ego'. Taking a dig at PM Modi's video with peacocks, he said that when government asked people to be self-reliant (Atmanirbhar), they meant that people should take care of themselves "Because Prime Minister is busy with a… read-more

The Central government's decision to boost toy manufacturing units in India has given hopes to artisans in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad. One of the artisans named Basheer Ahmed said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision has helped them to earn more as now people are demanding home-grown wooden toys. He also said, amid border tensions with China, "people are looking for alternatives and supporting local products."