03-09-2026 12:00:00 AM
Metro India News | BHOPAL
The Swadeshi Vyapari Manch (SVM), a new traders’ wing inspired by the Swadeshi Jagran Manch, held its national conference at MP Science Auditorium in Bhopal on August 30 and 31, with around 100 delegates from across India participating.
Dhadigam Ram Sudhakar Sharma was named Telangana Convenor, while D. Prasad Reddy was appointed Andhra Pradesh Convenor. The conference focused on the welfare, growth and challenges of hawkers, traders, retailers and wholesalers, including mentoring, handholding and support mechanisms.
SVM outlined its vision of promoting “Rashtra Hit, Vyapari Hit, Grahak Hit” through swadeshi thinking, self-reliance and ethical business practices. Discussions also covered opportunities for traders through the Government’s ONDC/ONDP digital commerce initiatives. National leaders, traders’ representatives and members of the Vyapari Kalyan Board addressed the gathering. SVM plans to conduct traders’ and workers’ conferences across states and establish centres in Delhi and Nagpur.