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Questioning Trend Of Weddings Abroad, PM Modi Bats For Local Weddings, Products To Boost Economy
Image of a wedding, for representation only (Photo by AMISH THAKKAR on Unsplash)
On Sunday (26 November), Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his concern over the trend of hosting weddings overseas. He found this practice troubling and encouraged Indians to celebrate their nuptials within the country.
“These days, a new milieu is being created by some families to go abroad to conduct weddings. Is this at all necessary?” PM Modi said on his Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast.
The Prime Minister said that as the wedding season begins, Indians should consider purchasing domestically produced goods.
He noted that some trade groups predict a potential turnover of approximately Rs 5 lakh crore throughout this wedding period.
He further said that this approach also encourages value addition in local goods. Moreover, in the event of fluctuations in the global economy, the 'Vocal For Local' mantra serves as a safeguard for our economy, said PM Modi.
