Raipur, 18 October 2024/ Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade inaugurated the Swadeshi Mela at PG College Ground in Kawardha.

“Swadeshi Mela boosts our economy by encouraging people to purchase products made in India, cultivating pride and self-reliance. Under the leadership of Prime Minister  Narendra Modi, the ‘Make in India’ initiative and Digital India campaigns are strengthening our nation. Chief Minister  Vishnu Deo Sai is also promoting ‘Swadeshi’ products in Chhattisgarh. We should contribute to making our country self-reliant by purchasing local products. Continuous efforts are being made in this regard through the ‘Swadeshi Mela.’ Our country, once ranked 11th economically, has now risen to 5th place. It is important for us to be aware of the local goods available to us. When shopping online, we should prioritize local items. The Swadeshi Mela in Kawardha features numerous local products. It is our responsibility to educate future generations about how our economy can grow and how we can achieve self-reliance by using domestically made products,” stated Smt. Rajwade.

It is worth mentioning that ‘Swadeshi Mela’ is being organized for the first time in Kawardha district, having commenced on October 17 at the PG College Ground. The event showcases handicrafts and handlooms from various states, including Lucknow, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, and Kashmir. Grand cultural programmes will also be held here daily. The primary objective of the Swadeshi Mela is to promote local products and raise awareness about them among the community. There is huge enthusiasm among the citizens of the district regarding the event, which features over 150 stalls, a stage for cultural performances, and a comprehensive setup for all operations.