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PM Modi's Call for 'Economic Warriors' Gains Support from BJP's Boora Narsaiah Goud

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to become "economic warriors" by reducing dependence on imports and adopting responsible consumption habits. BJP leader Boora Narsaiah Goud backed these appeals, citing global conflicts and economic pressures affecting India's foreign exchange reserves. The Prime Minister's seven appeals include reducing edible oil consumption, using public transport, carpooling, and adopting electric vehicles. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi criticized the appeals as "proofs of failure" rather than constructive policy.

Key Points: PM Modi Appeals to Citizens to Become 'Economic Warriors'

  • PM Modi urges citizens to become economic warriors amid global tensions
  • BJP's Boora Narsaiah Goud backs appeals to reduce import dependence
  • Calls for cutting edible oil, gold imports and using public transport
  • Rahul Gandhi criticizes appeals as "proofs of failure"
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"PM Modi called people to be economic warriors": BJP's Boora Narsaiah Goud backs PM's 'seven appeals'

BJP leader Boora Narsaiah Goud backs PM Modi's seven appeals for economic self-reliance amid global conflicts, urging citizens to reduce imports and adopt sustainable habits.

"PM Modi has specifically requested the people of India to become economic warriors and reduce the purchase of gold. - Boora Narsaiah Goud"

Hyderabad, May 11

BJP leader Boora Narsaiah Goud on Monday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "seven appeals" urging citizens to become "economic warriors", saying the Prime Minister's guidelines were necessary in view of global economic pressures arising from multiple conflicts and geopolitical tensions.

Speaking to ANI, Goud described Prime Minister Modi's public meeting at Parade Grounds in Telangana as a "spectacular success" and said the Prime Minister had outlined important economic policy directions for the country.

"Yesterday's meeting under the leadership of PM Modi at Parade Grounds in Telangana was a spectacular success. In this meeting, PM Modi gave some specific policy guidelines addressed to the people of India," Goud said.

The BJP leader said ongoing global conflicts and economic pressures were affecting India's economy and foreign exchange reserves.

"Because of various developments such as the Iran-Iraq conflict, the Ukraine-Russia war, and also America directly and indirectly trying to corner India economically, we have to reduce the trade deficit by conserving foreign exchange. Unfortunately, we are heavily dependent on imports for petroleum products, edible oil, electronics, gold and silver," he said.

"This is the reason why PM Modi has specifically requested the people of India to become economic warriors and reduce the purchase of gold," Goud added.

The remarks came a day after Prime Minister Modi, while addressing a gathering in Secunderabad, urged citizens to reduce dependence on imports and adopt responsible consumption habits to strengthen the economy amid global supply chain disruptions and rising costs caused by international conflicts.

The Prime Minister appealed to people to reduce edible oil consumption, use public transport, prefer carpooling, adopt electric vehicles and move towards natural farming practices in order to reduce the country's import burden and conserve foreign exchange.

Meanwhile, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi criticised the Prime Minister's appeals, terming them "proofs of failure" rather than "sermons."

In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi accused the government of shifting responsibility onto citizens while attempting to avoid accountability for inflation and economic pressures.

Prime Minister Modi, however, described the appeals as part of a broader effort towards "economic self-defence" and responsible patriotism during a period of global uncertainty and rising geopolitical tensions.

- ANI

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Priya S
'Economic warriors' sounds good but feels like shifting burden on common people. Petrol prices are sky-high, edible oil is costly—how can we reduce consumption when basics are expensive? Government must first control inflation and import costs, then ask for sacrifices. Sorry, not convinced.
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Vikram M
I appreciate PM's vision of reducing dependence on imports. Carpooling and EVs are practical steps for urban folks. But in villages, people rely on traditional farming and local markets—they already practice what Modi ji is preaching. Maybe focus more on industrial self-reliance than individual sacrifices? 🤔
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Sarah B
Interesting to see an Indian leader asking citizens to be 'economic warriors' instead of just blaming external factors. As an observer, it's refreshing to hear a call for personal responsibility in economic policy. But the opposition's point about inflation is valid—words need to match action.
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Michael C
Seven appeals sound like a good start for a developing nation dealing with global shocks. Reducing gold imports and edible oil consumption could help the rupee. But real change needs better domestic production and trade deals, not just asking people to buy less. Let's see if policy follows rhetoric.
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Rohit P
Modi ji's appeal is practical—we import too much gold and oil. Cutting waste helps the country. But Rahul Gandhi's criticism is also fair: government should fix supply chains first. Both have good points, but let's not make this a political fight. Focus on solutions for all Indians! 💪

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