The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), an affiliate of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has called upon the Indian government to shield farmers and small businesses in the country during trade talks, especially with the United States. SJM has stressed the importance of prioritizing bilateral trade pacts over multilateral ones. The organization has expressed disapproval of President Trump’s criticisms of India’s tariffs and has underscored the necessity of safeguarding national interests. SJM’s plea comes amidst ongoing negotiations between India and the US, with a focus on ensuring that the concerns of local farmers and small-scale enterprises are not overlooked in the pursuit of international trade agreements.