Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking at the first ‘Mann Ki Baat’ event of the year on Sunday. This is episode 109 of the Prime Minister’s Radio Show.

Prime Minister Modi spoke about Ayodhya Ram Mandir, women empowerment and Bharat Ratna awardees.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president JP Nadda, Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi, Rajasthan Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore and party leader Bansuri Swaraj listened to the Prime Minister’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ along with the stall workers.

Look at what Prime Minister Modi said:

• Prime Minister Modi said that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the promulgation of the Indian Constitution and the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Supreme Court. “The Constitution of India was formulated after such intense brainstorming that it is called a ‘living document’. In Chapter Three of the original Constitution, the fundamental rights of the citizens of Bharat have been described.”
• Talking about the recently inaugurated Ayodhya Ram Mandir, the Prime Minister said “Lord Ram has brought the country together”. He said’Puran Pratishta Ceremonies weave a common thread that unites citizens.
• “During this time, many people sing Ram Bhajan and dedicate it to Shri Ram. On the evening of January 22, the nation lights up Ram Jyoti to celebrate Diwali. The nation witnesses the collective strength that is also Forms the basis of our commitment to developed Bharat,” the Prime Minister said happily.
• Women’s empowerment is also a focus of the Prime Minister’s radio programmes. He said the biggest focus during the Republic Day parade was “women’s power”. “Everyone felt proud when the women’s contingent of the Central Security Forces and Delhi Police started marching on Kartavia Road…” PM Modi said.
• As many as 1,500 daughters participated in cultural events, he said. “Many women artists also play Indian instruments like conch shell, nadaswaram and nagda,” he points out.
• PM Modi said the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) footage caught everyone’s attention and said it showcases how the power of women protects the country in every domain – “be it water, land, air, cyber or space “.
• ‘Women in Sports’ is also the focus of Mann Ki Baat episode 109. The Prime Minister pointed out that 13 women athletes have been honored with the Arjuna Award this year, adding that their life journeys have aroused the interest of the entire country. “Physical and financial challenges cannot stop these brave and talented players,” he added.
• Prime Minister Modi praised the contribution of women in the country in various fields. Women have also made notable gains in self-help groups, he said. Today, the number and scope of women’s self-help groups across the country has expanded significantly. The Prime Minister said that the day is not far when “NaMo Drone Didiyan” will help with farming through drones in the farmland of every village. “
• He further stated that women of Nibiya Begumpur village associated with SHG prepare biofertilizer by mixing cow dung, neem leaves and several medicinal plants. Furthermore, he said, “These women have formed an organization called ‘Unnati Jaivik Ikai’ to help these women prepare biological products.”
• Prime Minister Modi referred to the recently announced Padma Awards and said the recipients this time too are staying away from the limelight and engaging in social service work. He noted that the award’s “credibility, prestige and respect” are growing year by year.
• Talking about organ donation activities, the Prime Minister said: “More than a thousand people across the country have donated organs after death. Although this decision was difficult, it saved many lives.” He praised those who respect their loved ones even in difficult times. The one who makes the final decision.
• Finally, he took note of Ayurveda and Unani medicine and said that the Ministry of Ayush has classified the data and terminology related to Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani medicine. He added: “The World Health Organization has also helped in this regard. With their joint efforts, terminology related to diseases and treatments in Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha medicine has been codified…”

In his last speech on December 21, 2023, the Prime Minister spoke about India’s growing self-confidence, the spirit of ‘Viksit Bharat’ and the government’s Fir India campaign.

“We’re seeing a lot of discussion now about lifestyle-related diseases, which is a huge concern for all of us, especially young people,” he noted.

Prime Minister Modi has said that India is becoming an “innovation hub”, which symbolizes that the people of the country will not stop.

He appealed to people to get involved and asked citizens to continue writing to him about innovative healthcare start-ups that can help the country realize its dream of a ‘Healthy India’.

Notably, Prime Minister Modi had mentioned that a young couple from Bindoor in Udupi district of Karnataka chose to clean Someshwara beach instead of going on their honeymoon.

Earlier this year, the couple received an invitation from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to watch the Republic Day parade in New Delhi.

The attention of the Prime Minister was attracted by the noble behavior of the couple, so he recognized and mentioned them.

The Prime Minister’s monthly radio program premiered on 3 October 2014 and has a total of 108 episodes.

mankibat’s influence

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mann Ki Baat program had impacted multiple policies and tangible and intangible things.

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao was launched in 2015 and the scheme gained traction in Google searches after it was mentioned in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s radio show.

Yoga, Khadi, Millets and Swami Vivekananda, all these names and concepts gained popularity and attention in Google searches after being mentioned by Prime Minister Modi.

In fact, with continued proactive communication through Mann Ki Baat, the Covid panic index for 2020-22 is one of the lowest in India.