The event was noteworthy since it was broadcast internationally, including at the official UN headquarters in New York
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country through the 100th edition of his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday (April 30, 2023). The event was noteworthy since it was broadcast internationally, including at the official UN headquarters in New York. Additionally, special gatherings organized across the country had Union Ministers, Chief Ministers, Governors, Members of Parliament, and other eminent persons listening in to the broadcast. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in the US, joined diaspora and friends of India for ‘Mann Ki Baat’ in New Jersey. Indian missions in several countries also made special arrangements for people to listen to the broadcast as it reached a special milestone. The show has been effective in connecting with a wide audience across the nation, making it a potent instrument for the Prime Minister to interact with the public. Many Indians now mark the last Sunday of every month on their calendars in anticipation of the Prime Minister's Mann Ki Baat address, which is broadcast on All India Radio. In the 100th episode, the Prime Minister spoke about how the radio program has become an expression of the sentiments of millions of Indians and has helped him stay connected with them. So, here are some key points from PM Modi’s 100th Mann Ki Baat address. ‘Mann Ki Baat’ reflects thoughts and feelings of crores of Indians PM Modi spoke about the significance of the show and its journey so far. He noted that the show started on October 3, 2014, the festival of Vijaya Dashami, which celebrates the victory of good over evil. He added that since its inception, ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has become a unique festival of goodness and positivity for the country, eagerly awaited by millions of Indians every month. The show celebrates positivity and people's participation, reflecting the thoughts and feelings of crores of Indians. The Prime Minister reflected on the fact that it is hard to believe that so many months and years have passed since the show commenced. He acknowledged the success of the program in connecting with the people of India and spreading a message of positivity and progress for the country. PM Modi reveals the inspiration behind the show Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the inspiration behind the show and his approach to engaging with the people of India. The Prime Minister said ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has been a way to worship the qualities of others, as he had been guided by Laxmanrao ji Inamdar, who was fondly called ‘Vakeel Saheb’. Inamdar emphasized the importance of recognizing and learning from the good qualities of others, regardless of whether they were friends or opponents, PM Modi explained. PM Modi opens up about difference between Gujarat & Delhi PM Modi spoke about the challenges he faced after assuming office in Delhi in 2014. He noted that as Chief Minister of Gujarat, it was natural to meet and interact with the common people, but life in Delhi was very different. He emphasized that the nature of the work and the responsibilities of the Prime Minister are vastly different from that of a Chief Minister and added that there are many limitations and challenges to face, including strict security protocols and time constraints. Despite these challenges, he said that his monthly radio show has been a way for him to stay connected with the people of India, and has allowed him to hear their thoughts and ideas, and to address their concerns directly. Tireless efforts of the people of India comes in for special praise PM Modi expressed his deep admiration for the tireless efforts of the people of India. He also spoke about individuals who have been planting trees on deserted hills and barren land for 40 years, others who have been digging step-wells and ponds for water conservation for 30 years, and many who have been teaching underprivileged children for 25-30 years. He noted that these efforts have been a source of inspiration for him, and have helped him to remain motivated in his own work. He acknowledged that he had become emotional while mentioning these individuals on the show and that the team at AIR has had to re-record parts of the program many times as a result. Recognizing Sunil Jaglan’s efforts in raising awareness about sex ratio PM Modi acknowledged the heroes who have made his program come alive and expressed his desire to talk to some of them to know about their journey. During the show, he spoke with Sunil Jaglan, the man behind the 'Selfie with Daughter' campaign, which had a positive impact on the gender ratio in Haryana. He lauded Jaglan's efforts and highlighted the importance of daughters in our lives. The 'Selfie with Daughter' campaign turned into a global movement, and its success was attributed to its focus on the significance of daughters. Highlighting significant women-centric achievements PM Modi talked about the achievements of women in various fields such as the army, sports, and social campaigns. He highlighted the efforts of women from Deur village in Chhattisgarh who run self-help groups to clean village squares, roads, and temples. He also praised the tribal women of Tamil Nadu who exported thousands of eco-friendly terracotta cups and led the revival of the Nag river in Vellore with the participation of 20,000 women. PM Modi acknowledged the role of women in leading many such campaigns and credited 'Mann Ki Baat' for bringing their efforts to the fore. PM Modi mentions some hidden talents of the country PM Modi highlighted the achievements of talented people in India who have reached the pinnacle of success through their hard work. He mentioned the inspiring story of Venkat Murali Prasad of Visakhapatnam who did an Atmanirbhar Bharat Chart Share and committed to making maximum use of Indian products only. Pramod ji of Bettiah, who set up a small unit to make LED bulbs, and Santosh ji of Garhmukteshwar, who started making mats, were also highlighted as examples of successful entrepreneurs. PM Modi highlights the positive role of campaigns PM Modi highlighted the significance of the program in bringing about positive change in society through mass movements. He cited various examples of campaigns that were initiated through the program such as the re-establishment of India's toy industry, raising awareness about Indian breed dogs, and the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. He also spoke about campaigns that aimed to support small-scale shopkeepers by not bargaining with them. He emphasized that through 'Mann Ki Baat', many talented people in the country were able to showcase their work and products. The importance of sustainable tourism practices PM Modi highlighted the importance of tourism in India and emphasized the need to keep the country's natural resources, pilgrimage sites, and other tourist attractions clean. He stated that this would greatly benefit the tourism industry, which is growing rapidly in the country. He also spoke about the Incredible India movement, which helped people discover lesser-known places in their vicinity. He stressed the importance of promoting domestic tourism and urged people to explore the rich cultural and natural heritage of India. He also emphasized the need to develop sustainable tourism practices, such as eco-tourism, to preserve the environment and promote responsible tourism. ‘Mann Ki Baat has generated positivity across India’ PM Modi emphasized the inspirational power of the people of India and the positive impact of ‘Mann Ki Baat’. He praised the spirit of service, capability, and duty among the citizens that have been highlighted in the program. He also emphasized that the positivity generated by the program will propel India forward in the Azadi Ka Amritkaal (75th year of India's Independence) and beyond. He expressed his happiness that "Mann Ki Baat" has become a new tradition in the country, and it showcases the collective efforts of the people.