PM Modi urges 'Wed in India' initiative to retain wealth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the foundation laying ceremony of the Khodaldham Trust Cancer Hospital, called for an end to the trend of destination weddings abroad. Expressing concern over the outflow of wealth, he urged citizens to embrace the 'Wed in India' initiative, emphasizing the importance of keeping matrimonial celebrations within the country. Modi also encouraged domestic tourism, stating that efforts have been made to improve cancer treatment with the establishment of 30 new hospitals and over 1.5 lakh health centers at the village level.

"Gujarat has presented a model of huge reforms in the field of health. Community health centres have been opened at the village level and health services have been taken to the tribal and poor regions. People's trust in the 108 ambulance service has only become stronger," he said.

Addressing the gathering of members of the Leuva Patidar community which manages the Shri Khodaldham Trust-Kagavad, Modi said, "Is it appropriate to hold marriage abroad? Can't the marriage be held in our country? How much of India's wealth goes out."

The prime minister said the treatment of a serious disease like cancer is a big challenge for any person or family. The government has tried to ensure people do not face difficulties in the treatment.