India, Nov. 7 -- The sacred festival of Diwali is not merely a symbol of happiness, divine illumination and profound religious devotion. Still, it has today also become a historic opportunity to give UP's economic activities a new, strong and indigenous direction. UP government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has revived our indigenous economy by placing Diwali at the center of its efforts through initiatives such as the 'One District-One Product' (ODOP) scheme.

During this festive season, this scheme has become the backbone of the state's rural and local economy. Products manufactured under ODOP are bringing the true light of prosperity, hope and self-reliance into the lives of local artisans, weavers and micro-...