Modi Assures Small Entrepreneurs and Animal Keepers Protection Amidst US Trade Tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a gathering in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, expressed his government's commitment to protecting small entrepreneurs, traders, and animal keepers from the impact of rising US tariffs. Referencing the country's rich history with Lord Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi, Modi emphasized the importance of self-reliance and prosperity. He also highlighted the government's efforts to empower various sections of society, including the middle classes.

Key Takeaways:

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured small entrepreneurs, traders, and animal keepers that his government will not let any harm come to them, despite US tariffs.
  • Modi mentioned that India is becoming stronger by following the path shown by Mahatma Gandhi's vision of Swadeshi, which emphasizes self-reliance and prosperity.
  • The Prime Minister emphasized the success of Operation Sindoor and took a dig at the Congress party.
  • Modi highlighted the government's efforts to empower various sections of society, including the middle classes, through initiatives such as building permanent gated societies for slum dwellers.
  • He stated that the government will take all necessary steps to safeguard the national interest and respond to the impact of US tariffs.

Statistics:

  • Development works worth Rs 5,400 crores were inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad.
  • The US imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods in July, followed by another 25% tariff on Russian oil imports, taking the total to 50% effective from August 27.
  • 50% tariff on Indian goods imported by the US.

Sources:

  • aninews.in, August 25 (ANI)
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