{
  "id": 18856437,
  "title": "Mugdha Godse Urges People To Go Vocal For Local This Diwali, Support Indian Artisans And Small Businesses - FPJ Exclusive",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/mugdha-godse-urges-people-to-go-vocal-for-local-this-diwali-support",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-08T03:52:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/mugdha-godse-urges-people-to-go-vocal-for-local-this-diwali-support-indian-artisans-and-small-businesses-fpj-exclusive"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As Diwali approaches, actress Mugdha Godse is encouraging people to participate in the Vocal for Local campaign and support Indian artisans and small businesses. In an interview with The Free Press Journal, Mugdha emphasized the significance of embracing the Made in India initiative promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She believes that buying locally made products can help preserve Indian art and culture, while also providing financial support to craftsmen and their families.\n\nMugdha highlighted the importance of supporting local talent, such as handloom artists, diya makers, home-cooked snacks, and handmade decorative artists. She stated that these artisans create outstanding, durable, and affordable products when compared to similar imported goods. Mugdha urged people to celebrate responsibly during Diwali and support these small wage artists, who have limited earning opportunities throughout the year.\n\nShe also acknowledged the impact of recent protests on small-scale businesses and local artists, and emphasized that buying from them can promote Indian culture and art while adding emotional value to the festivities. Mugdha believes that the effort and emotion artisans put into creating their products contribute to the special essence of Diwali celebrations.",
  "summary": "With Diwali just around the corner, preparations for the festival of lights have begun across the country. From decorating homes and preparing sweets to shopping for festive essentials, people are gearing up to celebrate the occasion. Amid the festivities, actress Mugdha Godse has urged everyone to support Indian artisans and small businesses by embracing the 'Vocal for Local' movement. Standing…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}