Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored the vision of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat,” stating that India will no longer compromise its development by depending on other nations amid global disruptions.
Inaugurating the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show-2025 (UPITS-2025) in Noida, PM Modi highlighted that India is seizing new opportunities despite global uncertainties and strengthening its foundation for the coming decade. “Disruption doesn’t wander us; we find new opportunities in that situation. In these changing times, countries will compromise their growth if they continue to rely on others,” he said.
Marking the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, the Prime Minister praised the message of Antyodaya, emphasizing inclusive growth that reaches even those at the end of the queue. He also lauded the fintech sector’s role in inclusive development, citing initiatives like UPI and Aadhaar that have transformed daily transactions across India.
PM Modi praised Uttar Pradesh for its manufacturing achievements, noting that 55% of all mobile phones in India are produced in the state, and highlighted plans for self-reliance in the defence and semiconductor sectors. He pointed to the upcoming production of AK-203 rifles in a factory established with Russia’s collaboration and the development of a defence corridor in UP.
UPITS-2025, held from September 25 to 29 under the theme “Ultimate Sourcing Begins Here,” will showcase the state’s industries, handicrafts, textiles, agriculture, IT, electronics, and emerging entrepreneurs. Russia is participating as a partner country, adding strategic significance, with over 2,400 exhibitors, 1,25,000 B2B visitors, and 4,50,000 B2C visitors expected.
