Indo-US Deal Decision Big, Will Benefit All, Says Modi
"Self-confidence is that power with the help of which everything is possible," Modi said in a post on X in Hindi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the India-US trade deal as a “big decision” that would benefit everyone in the country. Addressing MPs at the parliamentary party meeting of the ruling alliance, Modi asserted that the NDA government worked in favour of India, be it a trade deal or the Budget.
NDA members congratulated Modi for the trade deals with the EU and the US, saying they will would growth and strengthen Indian manufacturers, exporters and entrepreneurs. They also welcomed and congratulated the newly elected BJP president Nitin Nabin.
India and the US have agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will bring down the reciprocal tariff on Indian goods to 18 per cent from a total 50 per cent. Briefing the media after the meeting, parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju said there was excitement about the deal in the entire country.
“There is excitement among the MPs that nine trade deals have been concluded under the leadership of the PM. The trade deals have been signed with a total of 39 countries. This is historic. All these 39 countries are developed countries... This is historic. There has been a very good atmosphere in the country,” said the minister.
At the meeting, Modi also told the NDA leaders that the coalition has been winning various elections due to its people-friendly policies and hard work. He urged the NDA MPs not to be complacent with the alliance's performance, including in local bodies, and to continue with the good work. He also gave broad guidelines for the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha members to carry forward their parliamentary and welfare works.
“The Prime Minister said the NDA is winning one election after another due to its good work. He said elections can't be won without being on the ground. We have to be on the ground and do good work for the welfare of the people,” Rijiju said.
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora said, "The PM explained to all the MPs that the government works in favour of India, be it a trade deal or Budget… The credit for the trade deal between India and America and India and India-Europe goes to Mr Modi. This has happened because of his determination. The trade deal will give benefits to small-scale businessmen.”
"During the meeting, the NDA leaders welcomed the major breakthrough following the productive conversation between Mr Modi and US President Donald Trump, which led to the announcement of reduced tariffs on Made in India products," Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, said.
JD(S) leader and Union minister H.D. Kumaraswamy said the NDA meeting reflected the collective commitment to strengthening India's economic partnerships and advancing the vision of “Viksit Bharat”.
MPs belonging to the BJP, TDP, JD(U), LJP (R), Shiv Sena, JD(S) and other constituents of the NDA attended the meeting.
Referring to the meeting, LJP(RV) leader and Union minister Chirag Paswan said the NDA meeting also discussed the general Budget, which has been widely appreciated by a large section of the country's population.
“The Prime Minister ensures constant dialogue with all NDA allies so that there is no lack of communication. MPs form the foundation of any government, and it is their important responsibility to take the government's policies and decisions to every village and district,” Paswan said.
BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi said the Prime Minister provided extensive guidance and direction on key issues. “Modi asked us to actively participate in Parliament, both in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. He also spoke about the role of standing committees and urged everyone to give their 100 per cent. He spoke about the vision of Viksit Bharat and discussed the Budget in detail, motivating all of us," she said.
