Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the new GST reforms, emphasizing the importance of embracing indigenous products and self-reliance during the Navratri festival.
Gandhinagar, Gujarat — On September 22, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the recent reforms to the Goods and Services Tax (GST), asserting that these changes will help citizens save money. He encouraged the public to adopt self-reliance and support ‘Swadeshi’ by choosing products manufactured within the state and across India.
During a ceremony on Saturday, where he and State Health Minister Rushikesh Patel inaugurated 94 new 108 ambulances, Patel expressed his hopes for the community. He stated, “Today marks the beginning of Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Amba. I pray at her feet for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of every citizen.”
The Chief Minister highlighted the significance of the GST reforms, which he noted were implemented to ensure financial benefits for consumers. He urged shopkeepers to take pride in selling “Made in India” products, reinforcing the message of supporting local industries.
Prime Minister Modi, addressing the nation via video conferencing, extended his greetings to all citizens as Navratri commenced, a festival dedicated to the worship of Shakti. He emphasized that the start of this festival coincides with a pivotal moment in the Aatmanirbhar Bharat campaign, which aims to promote self-reliance.
Modi described the implementation of the Next Generation GST reforms as the launch of a GST Bachat Utsav (Savings Festival) across India. He asserted that this initiative would enhance savings and facilitate easier access to preferred goods for consumers.
According to the Prime Minister, the benefits of this savings festival will extend to various segments of society, including the poor, middle class, neo-middle class, youth, farmers, women, shopkeepers, traders, and entrepreneurs. He expressed optimism that this festive season would bring increased happiness and sweetness to households nationwide.
In his remarks, Modi congratulated families across the country on the introduction of the Next Generation GST reforms and the GST Savings Festival. He underscored that these reforms are designed to accelerate India’s growth trajectory, simplify business operations, attract investments, and ensure that every state plays an equal role in the development race.
The new GST framework aims to ease compliance, reduce consumer prices, boost manufacturing, and support a diverse range of industries, from agriculture to automobiles and from fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) to renewable energy. It is intended to lower the cost of living, strengthen micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), broaden the tax base, and drive inclusive growth throughout the country.
This initiative reflects a broader commitment to fostering economic resilience and empowering local businesses, aligning with the government’s vision for a self-sufficient India.
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