India’s strongest weapon to counter the US tariff war is Bapu’s Swadeshi ideology. By following this path, the nation can not only overcome challenges but also become truly self-reliant. Amid rapidly shifting global diplomatic partnerships, India has maintained its traditional non-aligned stance, sometimes at a cost. However, by embracing Swadeshi and strengthening our economy, we can reduce dependence on others. Recently, the Union government has taken a historic step to strengthen the Indian economy by reforming GST rates. This move gives fresh momentum to India’s economic growth.

The True Meaning of Gandhi’s Swadeshi

Gandhi-ji’s concept of Swadeshi went far beyond merely using domestic products. It was a holistic vision encompassing economic, social, and spiritual dimensions. His goal was to make India self-reliant, free from foreign pressures, and rooted in its culture and traditions. Gandhi-ji believed that supporting local artisans and small-scale industries was the essence of Swadeshi. He advocated for every village to empower itself through skill and labour, which he considered true freedom and self-governance. For him, buying foreign goods weakened the nation, while embracing products made from local resources strengthened it. Swadeshi was not just an economic policy—it was a means to restore self-respect and cultural identity.

He emphasised Gram Swaraj, or self-sufficient village systems, and........

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