She emphasized that true national interest lies in public welfare and stressed the need for the government to act with unity and seriousness in addressing the economic challenges facing the country.
On the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) National President and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati extended heartfelt greetings to Indians across the globe and wished a prosperous and peaceful life for all.
She emphasized that true national interest lies in public welfare and stressed the need for the government to act with unity and seriousness in addressing the economic challenges facing the country.
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Referring to US policies under President Donald Trump, particularly the enforcement of aggressive trade tariffs, Mayawati said such global economic moves have repercussions for India as well. To shield the country’s economy and citizens from such impacts, she urged the Indian government to set aside slogans, narrow political agendas, and populist declarations and adopt concrete policy actions with unity and focus.
She stated that the Centre and state governments must reassure the nation’s 1.4 billion citizens, especially its trading community that serious, long-term policy shifts are being made to stabilize and protect the Indian economy. This is the message the country expects on Independence Day, and it will remain relevant in the future as well.
Despite adverse policies, the BSP chief praised India’s resilient economy, crediting its strength to the tireless efforts of the country’s poor, labourers, farmers, small traders, and other working-class citizens. However, she warned that these very sections of society are suffering due to government policies that favor large corporations and wealthy industrialists, especially in the face of rising inflation, poverty, unemployment, and daily life stress.
She underlined that the purchasing power of the common people is the true strength of the economy, and called on the government to urgently address their concerns through systemic reforms.
Addressing the ongoing impact of India’s trade relationship with the United States, Mayawati argued that relying too heavily on a single country is proving costly. She advocated for diversifying trade partnerships, especially with more cost-effective markets, and encouraged the government to pursue long-term policies of economic self-reliance across sectors beyond agriculture.
Highlighting India’s potential in labour and the IT sector, she said boosting these areas can help the country tackle poverty and unemployment effectively. To do so, the government must stop promoting a few select corporates and start strengthening the public sector and broader industry with fairness and inclusivity.
Mayawati concluded by stating that true national development can only occur when the country is free from all forms of disorder, including communal, caste-based, and linguistic tensions and violence. She emphasized that it is the duty of both central and state governments to maintain sends social harmony and prevent rising political friction between different levels of governance.
