'Mann Ki Baat' is PM Modi's monthly radio programme to the nation. (File)
In his last edition of 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme of the year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded the resilience of the people amid the coronavirus pandemic and the country's shift towards indigenous products.
"The coronavirus brought many obstacles in the world regarding the supply chain, but we took new lessons from every crisis," PM Modi said, adding that the spirit of "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" was seen in the year gone by.
PM Modi said in most letters he received, people mentioned India's togetherness in times of lockdown. He had earlier sought people's view on 2020, and also what they look forward to in the coming year, for his address.
The Prime Minister also paid tribute to Sikh saint Guru Govind Singh, urging the nation not to "squander the sacrifices" made by him. "The martyrdom made by Guru Govind Singh's family did a great work of protecting our civilisation. We are indebted to this martyrdom," he said.
Meanwhile, farmers protesting against the Centre's new farm sector laws clanged thalis and raised slogans amid the Mann ki Baat broadcast this morning. The protest took place in Rohtak in BJP-ruled Haryana.
Here are the Highlights on PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat:
Work Towards "Swachh Bharat" Went On With Full Vigour In 2020: PM Modi
PM Modi hailed the efforts of those "from Gurugram to Karnataka" towards a cleaner environment. "Their efforts are both innovating and inspiring," he said.
The Prime Minister said that while the discussions around the coronavirus pandemic took precedence this year, the work towards "Swachh Bharat" also went on with full vigour.
The Sacred Gita Teaches Us To "Keep Learning": PM Modi In Mann Ki Baat Address
Mann Ki Baat LIVE Updates: PM Modi Urges Citizens To Make Kashmir Saffron A "Global Brand"
Urging citizens to buy Kesar from Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was given the Geographical Indication Tag.
"Through this, we want to make Kashmiri saffron a globally popular brand," PM Modi said.
India's Youth Is Blessed With "Can Do Spirit" And "Will Do Approach": PM Modi
India Has Seen 60% Rise In Leopard Population Between 2014-2018: PM Modi
Taking about the rise in leopard population in the country, PM Modi said India has seen a 60 per cent rise in between 2014-2018.
"In 2014, the leopard population in India was around 7,900. This rose to 12,852 in 2019," he said.
Among the states with the largest population of leopards, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra topped, he added.
"Indian Manufacturers Are Thinking About Making Top Quality Products": PM Modi
"People Have Felt Changes In The Society Due To Coronavirus Crisis": PM Modi
Addressing at his last "Mann Ki Baat," PM Modi said people have felt changes in the society due to the coronavirus crisis. However, Indians have learnt their lessons, he added.
Received A Wide Range Of Inputs For This Month's "Mann Ki Baat": PM Modi
Mann Ki Baat LIVE Updates: PM Modi To Address Last "Mann Ki Baat" Of This Year
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation through his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' today. This will be his last episode of the year and will focus on the events of 2020 and plans for the upcoming year.
The Prime Minister in a tweet on Saturday said that Akashvani will broadcast the programme in regional languages immediately after the Hindi broadcast on All India Radio, DD and Narendra Modi mobile app.