'Don't buy gold, don't marry abroad': PM Modi revives swadeshi pitch amid India's GDP growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to avoid traveling abroad for leisure, not marrying overseas, and refraining from purchasing gold unless absolutely necessary. He made these remarks while attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Uzbekistan. In a video message, Modi congratulated the country on a 7.8% GDP growth and emphasized the importance of self-reliance and swadeshi products.

"If you are going for leisure, you should not go. If you are getting married abroad, you should not do so. And if it is not necessary, you should not buy gold either," he stated. Modi expressed confidence that India would present a developed nation to its younger generation in 100 years of independence. He also criticized those within the country who were pessimistic and spreading false information, comparing them to a "cloud of lies."

Modi praised the country's rapid progress despite global uncertainties and challenges, stating that the youth's dreams would be realized through hard work. He called on citizens to contribute to the nation's development, emphasizing the government's policies and intentions were correct. Modi arrived in Bishkek to attend the 26th SCO Summit, which includes leaders from 10 SCO member states, including China, Russia, and Pakistan.