Modi’s Mann Ki Baat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 117th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday launched a nationwide campaign to honour the milestone of India celebrating 75 years of the adoption of its Constitution. Here are the several key points…
- Constitution’s 75th Anniversary: The Prime Minister emphasized that 2025 will mark 75 years since the adoption of India’s Constitution. He urged citizens, especially students, to connect with the Constitution through the website constitution75.com and engage with its history and values.
- Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh will take place in Prayagraj starting on January 13, 2025. The PM described it as a unique celebration of unity in diversity. He called for a collective resolve to foster unity and eliminate division and hatred in society, underscoring the event’s digital innovations, such as AI-powered navigation and chatbot assistance in multiple languages.
- Animation Series KTB: The PM introduced “KTB – Bharat Hain Hum,” an animated series aimed at educating children about unsung heroes of the Indian freedom struggle. The series, which is gaining popularity, is now in its second season and is available in multiple languages on TV and OTT platforms.
- Film and Creative Industries: The Prime Minister acknowledged the significant contribution of India’s film and creative industries to national progress, highlighting milestones such as the 100th birth anniversary of legendary personalities like Raj Kapoor, Rafi, and Akkineni Nageswara Rao. He also announced the upcoming WAVES Summit, which will bring global media and entertainment giants to India.
- Cultural Reach and Global Recognition: The PM spoke about India’s growing cultural influence worldwide, citing examples of Egyptian students participating in an art competition focused on Indian culture, the spread of Ayurveda in Paraguay, and the promotion of Tamil language and culture in Fiji.
- Sports and Fitness: He mentioned various sports and fitness initiatives across the country, including the Bastar Olympics, a community-driven sports event in Chhattisgarh that celebrates unity and development through sport.
- Health Achievements: The PM shared India’s progress in combating malaria, with an 80% reduction in cases and deaths, and highlighted the success of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana in ensuring timely cancer treatment.
- Kalahandi’s Vegetable Revolution: The PM highlighted the remarkable transformation of the agricultural economy in Kalahandi, Odisha, where local farmers have established a successful Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), contributing to the region’s economic growth.
The Prime Minister concluded by expressing optimism for India’s future, stressing the importance of collective effort, innovation, and positivity, and extended his best wishes for the coming year, encouraging citizens to stay healthy, join the Fit India Movement, and keep progressing.
