Dehradun, Sept. 29 -- Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said that Swadeshi is not merely a slogan but the foundation of a self-reliant and developed India. Speaking at the "Atmanirbhar Bharat - Swadeshi Sankalp programme" organised at the BJP state office, he said the campaign reflects India's civilisational ethos and aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a self-reliant nation by 2047. "Swadeshi has been our way of life since ancient times, rooted in Sanatan culture. It is also a pledge of respect towards farmers, artisans, traders and entrepreneurs," Dhami said. He added that adopting indigenous products strengthens both the economy and the bond with the soil. The CM spoke about the historic role of the Swadeshi movement in the freedom struggle, citing leaders such as Lokmanya Tilak, Maharishi Aurobindo and Mahatma Gandhi. He said Prime Minister Modi had reduced GST rates from September 22, a move welcomed by traders and consumers alike. Dhami said Swadeshi today extends beyond traditional goods to advanced technologies like the BrahMos missile, Tejas jets and semiconductors....