Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav calls for "Swadeshi" approach on Diwali

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 20 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chef Minister Mohan Yadav extended warm wishes on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, while urging the citizens of India to adopt the "Swadeshi" approach.
"I extend best wishes to everyone on the occasion of Diwali. May this festival bring peace and happiness in the lives of everyone...We all show adopt Swadeshi...We all should contribute in making the nation, Vikshit Bharat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat..." he said.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali wishes to the people of India on Monday in a social media post.
"Greetings on the occasion of Diwali. May this festival of lights illuminate our lives with harmony, happiness and prosperity. May the spirit of positivity prevail all around us," he wrote on X.

The Prime Minister also urged Indian consumers to buy domestically made "Swadeshi" products during the festival, encouraging the purchase of Indian-made products and supporting local artisans.
"Let's mark this festive season by celebrating the hardwork, creativity and innovation of 140 crore Indians. Let's buy Indian products and say--Garv Se Kaho Yeh Swadeshi Hai! Do also share what you bought on social media. This way you will inspire others to also do the same," he wrote on X.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended his wishes, saying that the festival represents a "sacred symbol of the eternal victory of truth."
The UP CM said, "Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all of you on the grand festival of Diwali, the sacred symbol of the eternal victory of truth, righteousness, and positivity! The festival of lights is not merely a ritual of lighting lamps, but a beacon of hope in the soul, a pulse of harmony in society, and a resolve for national resurgence. May the grace of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Janaki illuminate not only our homes but also our hearts, and may the lamp of faith, enthusiasm, and zeal be kindled in everyone's life--this is my prayer. Jai Jai Siyaram!" (ANI)