Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu urged people to buy locally produced items to boost the Indian economy. Hoisting the national flag on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day celebration at the Indira Gandhi Park in Itanagar, the Chief Minister said, "Let us support our farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs. Every Swadeshi choice strengthens our economy and our people."
He said that India is now the fourth-largest economy in the world and rapidly advancing to become the third-largest. "India's leadership resonates across international forums, shaping global conversations. As the leading voice of the Global South, we draw strength from the trust the world places in India and our Prime Minister. Our voice is no longer confined within our borders," CM Khandu said.
He said that the success of 'Operation Sindoor' and 'Operation Mahadev' reflects India's collective resolve. Every life matters, and the government will protect every Indian and the country's borders with strength and determination. Terror has no place in the land of Gandhi, and India would never remain silent in the face of cowardly attacks on innocent citizens, CM Khandu said.
Noting that Arunachal Pradesh has a unique and sacred role to play in India's march as a global leader, the Chief Minister said: "For us, this is not just a moment of growth; it is a call to preserve and promote our rich indigenous traditions, languages, cultures, and crafts. As we shape a Viksit Arunachal, we must strike a beautiful balance - a symphony between ancient wisdom and modern progress."
Over the past decade, Arunachal Pradesh has made remarkable economic strides, the Chief Minister said, adding that the state's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) has increased by 166 per cent and the state's resources have grown remarkably by 384 per cent, reflecting strong fiscal health.
