PM Modi urges consumers to buy local, curb gold purchases and hold weddings in India

Citing 7.8% GDP growth in FY27’s first quarter, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for swadeshi buying, fewer unnecessary gold purchases and domestic weddings—signalling potential support for local retail, hospitality and wedding businesses.

— Source publishedTue, 1 Sept, 2026, 16:16 IST·First seen Tue, 1 Sept, 2026, 17:02 IST·Source Business Today · Latest

What happened

Government of India · Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged consumers to buy local products, avoid unnecessary gold purchases and hold weddings in India rather

Key facts

  • 7.8% GDP growth
  • FY 2026-27 first quarter
  • 2047 developed-India target

Why this matters

Prioritize partnership or acquisition targets in domestic wedding ecosystems, local brands and event-led hospitality that could benefit if swadeshi spending gains traction.