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Every programme of the government is aimed at leveraging our strengths and transforming us into a global player: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Mr. Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Textiles said today that Aatma Nirbhar Bharat is widening our doors to the globe. “Each one of our programmes is with the singular purpose of leveraging our strengths, becoming a global player, expanding our sphere of influence in geopolitics and trade and business.

He stated that the fact that we have surpassed the US$ 400 billion mark in goods exports for the first time in our history is a testament to our collaborative work. “A lot of business-focused initiatives like Startup India, digital initiatives, DBT, efforts to demystify laws coupled with central government's commitment for Rs. 7.5 lakh crore (US$ 98.29 billion) investment will give a big boost to employment and economy.” He added that these efforts will kickstart demand and thereby promote private sector investment. The Jal Jeevan Mission will ensure that every home in the country has access to tapped water in the near future, empowering people in a variety of ways.

He added that the government has been successful in getting India back to the centre-stage in the global economy and making it a trusted partner of economies around the world’. ‘We can discuss with developed countries too from a position of strength’, he added.

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