‘Made in Lucknow Brahmos, drones showed Swadeshi prowess to world'
Operation Sindoor
' which proved the power of 'Swadeshi' technology on a global scale, Chief Minister
Yogi Adityanath
said on Friday. At Vidhan Bhawan celebration of 79th Independence Day, he greeted all and hailed the success of Operation Sindoor.
"Recently, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through Operation Sindoor, the country has seen the successful implementation of Bharat's 'saamarthya' (strength) and 'shakti' (power)," Yogi said.
He expressed gratitude to soldiers defending the nation's borders and to personnel ensuring internal security after independence.
"I salute all those brave jawans, who despite adverse circumstances routed the enemy, and secured the unity and integrity of India," he said.
Yogi said that the missiles and drones used in Operation Sindoor not only proved India's defence capabilities but also demonstrated the power of Swadeshi technology on a global scale. The CM emphasised that independence is not arrogance or unrestrained freedom, but a grand festival for every citizen and every resident of Uttar Pradesh must fulfil their duties.
He also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and hoisted the national flag at his official residence in Lucknow.
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"India's independence is the result of the unwavering sacrifices and struggles of Mahatma Gandhi and countless revolutionaries who united the country from North to South and East to West in the fight for freedom," he said.
"Independence Day is not merely a celebration but also an occasion to awaken national consciousness and renew our commitment to duty," he said. He said that under PM Modi's leadership, India was moving towards Viksit Bharat goal.
"The Constitution, now in its Amrit Kaal, has played a crucial role in upholding social justice, fraternity, and equality, binding the nation together through both favorable and challenging times," he said. Yogi highlighted UP's 'One District, One Product' initiative and said that it was taking forward PM's 'Vocal for Local' campaign. The CM urged people to adopt Swadeshi as a way of life. He said adopting Swadeshi products would keep the nation's wealth within the country, benefiting artisans, craftsmen and entrepreneurs.
He urged people to buy Swadeshi gifts and daily-use items to boost India's economic prosperity.
"This day is a moment to express gratitude to the martyrs and draw inspiration for building a self-reliant India. Every UP resident must remain dedicated to duties and work towards realizing the dream of a developed nation," he said.
The UP CM said that the sacrifices of revolutionaries, freedom fighters, and brave soldiers freed the country from centuries of slavery.
"In 2014, India was the world's 11th largest economy, and it has now become the 4th largest economy," he said.
"Before 2017, UP was plagued by lawlessness, riots, and insecurity. Women, traders, and common citizens were not safe. But, in the past eight years, UP has introduced a new model of security," Yogi said, adding that the state was riot-free and had emerged as a symbol of good governance.
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