New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the 126th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, called on the countrymen to adopt 'Swadeshi' this Gandhi Jayanti and express pride in it.

"October 2 is Gandhi Jayanti. Gandhiji always emphasised the adoption of Swadeshi, and Khadi was the most prominent among them. Unfortunately, after Independence, the charm of Khadi was fading away, but during the last 11 years, the country's attraction towards Khadi has increased significantly. Khadi sales have seen a surge in recent years," PM Modi said.

"I urge all of you to buy one Khadi product or the other on October 2. Say it with pride, these are Swadeshi. Share it on social media with the hashtag 'Vocal for Local'," he added.

"Just like Khadi, our handloom and handicraft sector

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