Goyal highlighted record foreign direct investment inflows, improved ease of doing business, India becoming the second-largest mobile manufacturer globally, rising exports, and expanding defence production as key achievements. The production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme has attracted investments and generated employment.

He noted that India’s startup ecosystem, driven by youth and women, has made the country the world’s third-largest innovation hub. Goyal emphasized that the journey was possible due to the efforts of industries, MSMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, and citizens embracing the Swadeshi spirit.

To further boost the initiative, Goyal launched new DPIIT initiatives to improve industry efficiency and a globally competitive logistics ecosystem. He also unveiled Logistics Data Bank (LDB) 2.0, promoting India’s digitally empowered and export-ready economy. He stated that the next phase of ‘Make in India’ will advance Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat, while the nation’s indigenous defence production continues to grow.

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Reacting to the announcement, Zoho’s Chief Scientist and Co-founder Sridhar Vembu said the decision boosts morale for engineers who have built the platform over two decades. He added that the team will continue making India proud.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier urged citizens to buy local products during the festive season, highlighting benefits for families, artisans, and youth employment. Vaishnaw’s move aligns with the PM’s vision of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’.

The adoption of Zoho also supports government initiatives like the “GST Bachat Utsav”, aimed at simplifying business processes, reducing household expenses, and encouraging growth for MSMEs, traders, women, and farmers. Zoho’s success exemplifies India’s ability to create global-standard indigenous technology.

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The initiative coincides with GST 2.0, which introduces a two-slab tax system. GST on over 375 daily-use items has been cut. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the campaign as a “festival of savings” for all Indians.

During the campaign, MPs and party workers will conduct daily padyatras in selected markets. They will greet shopkeepers with flowers and distribute placards promoting Swadeshi and Made-in-India products. The campaign also emphasizes supporting local businesses.

The outreach aims to help the poor, middle class, MSMEs, women, and youth by lowering household expenses. MPs will submit daily reports of their activities to central and state offices. The new GST rates will simplify compliance for businesses and make essential items more affordable nationwide.

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