Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 112th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ today, urging citizens to support the athletes representing India at the Paris Olympics. India has sent a contingent of 117 athletes across 16 sports, aiming to showcase its growing prowess on the global stage. This was his second address following the Lok Sabha Elections and the first after presenting the Union Budget for 2024-25.
PM Modi said, “In the entire world, Paris Olympic is all over there at this point of time. Our players have the opportunity to let our tricolour at the world level, they have this opportunity to do something for the country. You all should encourage them. Cheer For Bharat.”
Union Minister and BJP chief JP Nadda, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP Chief Ministers, and Deputy Chief Ministers listened to PM Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ at BJP headquarters in Delhi.
PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat: Top Quotes
- “A few days ago, the Olympics have also taken place in the world of mathematics – the International Mathematics Olympiad. Youth from more than 100 countries participated in the International Mathematics Olympiad and in the overall tally, our team has been successful in reaching the top five.”
- “Charaideo Maidam of Assam is being included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In this list, it will be the 43rd site of India, but the first site from the Northeast… Charaideo means a shining city on the hills. It was the first capital of the Ahom dynasty. The people of the Ahom dynasty traditionally kept the mortal remains of their ancestors and their valuables in the Moidams.”
- “Charaideo Maidam is a World Heritage Site, it will attract more tourism. I request you to include this site in your future plans. On March 9, this year I had the opportunity to unveil the tallest statue of Great Ahom warrior Lachit Borphukan.”
- “A country can progress only by taking pride in its culture. Many such efforts are being made in India as well. One such effort is Project Pari. You must have seen very beautiful paintings on the walls on the roadsides and in the underpasses. These paintings and artworks are made by these artists only who are associated with Pari.”
- “The turnover of Khadi Village Industries has surpassed Rs 1.5 lakh crore for the first time, with Khadi sales increasing by 400%. This surge in sales is also generating numerous new employment opportunities. As most of the workers in this industry are women, they are the ones reaping the maximum benefits.”
- “The government has opened a special center named ‘Manas’, making it a major step in the fight against drugs. Recently, the helpline and portal for ‘Manas’ were launched. The government has also issued a toll-free number, ‘1933’. Anyone can call this number to receive necessary advice or information related to rehabilitation.”
Earlier, PM Modi had mentioned that he had received numerous inputs for July’s episode and expressed his happiness at several youngsters coming together to highlight collective issues for transforming society. “I’ve been getting numerous inputs for this month’s #MannKiBaat, which will take place on Sunday, the 28th. Happy to see several youngsters in particular highlight collective efforts aimed at transforming our society. You can keep sharing inputs on MyGov, the NaMo App or record your message on 1800-11-7800,” Modi wrote on the social media platform X.
The last episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ aired on June 30, 2024. It was PM Narendra Modi’s first address to the nation since February 2024, due to delays caused by the Lok Sabha Elections.