Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation on the eve of Navratri, the day from when the GST rate cuts will kick in.
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PM Modi on Sunday addressed the nation, highlighting the benefits that the GST reforms would bring for the commoners.
The PM while hailing the GST reforms, also urged citizens of the country to quit foreign goods, and start using only locally-made products.
Here are the key takeaways from PM Modi's address to nation:
Next gen GST reforms being implemented from tomorrow, it is like 'GST saving festival', PM Modi said.
GST reforms will bring happiness to every family, will accelerate India's growth story, Modi said.
Daily essentials, medicines, insurance to become cheaper under GST reform, says Modi.
PM Modi says decisions of raising I-T exemption limit, GST reforms will save people Rs 2.5 lakh crore.
GST realised ‘one nation-one tax’ dream, PM Modi says; highlights how web of taxes/tolls had created hardships for business, consumers.
Modi said tax reform will help accelerate India's economic growth.
Foreign goods are being used extensively, people should buy made-in-India goods, says PM.
Modi appeals to state govts to focus on self-reliance India campaign
Modi asks small-scale industries to make products that appeal globally
Mantra of Swadeshi gave strength to freedom movement, Swadeshi will also strength our quest for prosperity, says PM Modi in address to nation.