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Mann Ki Baat Highlights: PM Modi highlights importance of water conservation
As the country gears up to celebrate Kargil Diwas tomorrow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during his Mann Ki Baat address on Sunday that the Kargil war is a symbol of valour and discipline of the country's armed forces.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the country through the 79th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat. Modi began the address by conveying his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Tokyo Olympics. As the country gears up to celebrate Kargil Diwas tomorrow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during his Mann Ki Baat address on Sunday that the Kargil war is a symbol of valour and discipline of the country's armed forces....Read More
He also cited a recent survey carried out by the Centre which showed that 75% of those who sent their suggestions and messages to the suggestions to the monthly radio programme are below 35 years.
During the 78th edition of the programme, Modi said on June 27 that players taking part in the Tokyo Olympics have struggled to get to where they are and advised the citizens to not pressurise the players knowingly or unknowingly.
Pointing out that it is crucial that vaccine hesitancy, which is based on rumours in addressed, PM Modi said India achieved the feat of inoculating million people in a single day.
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On Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlights importance of water conservation
Among other topics, Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of water conservation. Pointing out that he faced water scarcity during his childhood, Modi said, " We used to yearn for rainfall and therefore to save every single drop of water has been part of our customs."
Apple cultivation gaining traction in Manipur, says PM Modi
PM Modi said that when it comes to apple cultivation in the country, people first think of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand. "But what if I tell you add Manipur's name in this list, they you might be surprised. Nowadays, apple cultivation is gaining traction in Ukhrul, Manipur. Farmers here are now cultivating apples in orchards. These people also went to Himachal to take proper training," he added.
Mann Ki Baat guided by views of India's youth: PM Modi
PM Modi, during his 79th edition of Mann Ki Baat, cited a recent survey carried out by the Centre which showed that 75% of those who sent their suggestions and messages to the suggestions to the monthly radio programme are below 35 years.
"It means Mann Ki Baat is being guided by the views of the youth of India. Mann Ki Baat is a medium where there is positivity & sensitivity," he said
'Nation first, always first' says PM Modi
PM Modi said there is a need for India to unite and work towards national progress.
PM Modi urges citizens to support Olympics team on social media
Prime Minister Modi on Sunday appealed to the citizens to support the Olympics team through the 'Victory Punch Campaign'. "You also share your victory punch along with your team and cheer for India," he added.
Kargil war symbol of valour of our armed forces, says PM
As the country gears up to celebrate Kargil Diwas tomorrow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during his Mann Ki Baat address on Sunday that the Kargil war is a symbol of valour and discipline of the country's armed forces. He also urged the fellow citizens to read the 'thrilling' story of Kargil.
PM Modi addresses nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently addressing the 79th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat.
PM Modi to address nation shortly
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation through his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat at 11am today. He might speak on the ongoing coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic and the Indian contingent participating in the Tokyo Olympics.
