Prime Minister pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his Jayanti and asks citizens to buy a Khadi product
2 October 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his Jayanti on 2 October 2026.
He highlighted Gandhi's emphasis on Swadeshi, with Khadi as the foremost example.
He urged citizens to purchase at least one Khadi product on 2nd October and take pride in calling it Swadeshi.
He expressed hope that Gandhi's timeless message would continue to guide society towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat, a developed India.
The statement was issued by the Prime Minister's Office.
In plain words
Swadeshi Swadeshi — The principle of using goods made in one's own country, central to Gandhi's economic thinking.
Khadi Khadi — Hand-spun, hand-woven cloth promoted by Gandhi as the symbol of self-reliance.