SJM Jamshedpur holds 18th District Conference, emphasizes swadeshi, security & self-reliance
The 18th district conference of Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), Jamshedpur Mahanagar, was held at Chamber Bhawan, Bistupur, drawing over 300 delegates from across the city. The event focused on reinforcing the principles of Swadeshi, promoting economic self-reliance, and addressing pressing social and environmental issues.
The chief guest for the conference was Dr. Dhanpat Ram Agarwal, a renowned economist, All India Co-Convener of Swadeshi Jagran Manch, and Director of the Swadeshi Research Institute. Also present were Jamshedpur West MLA Saryu Roy, All India Sangharsh Vahini Pramukh Annada Shankar Panigrahi, and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's Jamshedpur division Convener Inder Agarwal. The event was inaugurated by District Coordinator Rajpati Devi, with the welcome address by Mukesh Thakur, subject introduction by Amit Mishra, and vote of thanks by Program Convener Vikas Jaiswal.
The one-day event was divided into four sessions covering India's current economic challenges, the role of Swadeshi in nation-building, sustainable development, environmental concerns, and the path to self-reliance.
Dr. Agarwal, in his keynote address, emphasized that Swadeshi was the foundation of a strong and prosperous India. Citing government data, he pointed out that despite being the fifth-largest economy globally, India ranked 142nd in per capita income and earned only 3.5% of the global income despite housing 18.5% of the world's population. He proposed two key actions to bridge this gap - promoting Indian alternatives to imported goods and integrating research and innovation within education and industry. He highlighted the U.S. earning $7.7 trillion from intellectual property, attributing it to a robust focus on research, skill development, and education - areas India should now invest in strategically.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Annada Shankar Panigrahi said that Swadeshi was not just about self-reliance, but also about national security. He urged participants to boycott foreign products, especially from countries like China, Turkey, and the U.S., and prioritize Indian-made goods in households, businesses, and social practices to foster quality employment through entrepreneurship.
MLA Saryu Rai underscored the continued relevance of the Swadeshi movement, stating that the global economic environment still posed challenges to developing nations. He praised the Swadeshi Jagran Manch for upholding Gandhian economic ideals and advocated for a renewed national spirit to make India a leading global economy.
RSS' Jamshedpur division chief Inder Agarwal connected the Swadeshi mission with the centenary vision of the RSS, promoting five key vows with a focus on Swadeshi practices. He urged the audience to embed the use of local products in daily life and instill the same values in the next generation.
In the second session, Manoj Kumar Singh, Eastern India Chairman of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission, spoke on sustainable development, while Jatashankar Pandey addressed the need for economic self-reliance. Dr. Anil Rai raised pressing urban concerns including drug addiction, chain-snatching, garbage mismanagement, and medical waste disposal. He proposed policies such as a mandatory 33% green area and rainwater harvesting in every residential society, which received wide support.
The third session was focused on organizational development. All India Co-Environment Chief Bande Shankar Singh elaborated on upcoming national campaigns and organizational duties. The event concluded with an oath-taking ceremony where all attendees pledged their commitment to Swadeshi, security, and self-reliance.
Several key organizational appointments were announced and they included District Co-Convener: Vikas Jaiswal, District Ideology Department Head: Ashok Kumar, District Co-Ideology Department Head: Manoj Sakuja, District Contact Head: Jaiprakash Singh, District Publicity Head: SangeetaSrivastava and District Office Head: HaridasNayak.
The conference concluded with renewed resolve to strengthen the Swadeshi movement across Jamshedpur and contribute to India's journey toward becoming a global economic powerhouse.
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