Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 126th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, urged citizens to adopt ‘Vocal for Local’ as their shopping mantra ahead of Diwali.

He said that becoming self-reliant is essential for building a self-reliant India.

“Take a resolution that you will buy only what is produced in the country. You will take home only what is made by the people of the country,” he said, encouraging people to prefer Indian-made goods.

Tributes to Bhagat Singh and Lata Mangeshkar

Modi paid tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh, calling him an inspiration for the nation’s youth. He recalled Bhagat Singh’s letter to the British before his execution, where he asked to be treated as a prisoner of war.

He also remembered legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on her

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