New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed this year's first Mann Ki Baat today. The Prime Minister, during his address, referred to the violence at the farmers' tractor rally on Republic Day. "India was saddened by insult to tricolour on Republic Day," he said.
PM Modi also hailed the country's inoculation drive and said, "India is not only running the world's biggest vaccination drive but we are also the fastest in vaccinating our citizens."
It was the 73rd episode of PM Modi's monthly radio programme.
In the last episode of Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister had said that demand for India made products was increasing across the country, with people supporting the cause of ''vocal for local''. He had urged the industry leaders to ensure that Indian products are world-class.
Here are the Highlights on PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat:
Jan 31, 2021 11:36 (IST)
Government committed to modernising farming and is taking many steps; will continue with its efforts, says PM Modi
Jan 31, 2021 11:33 (IST)
Earlier, a vehicle used to take on an average 7 to 8 minutes to cross toll plazas; since the inception of 'FASTag', this time has reduced to around one and a half to 2 minutes; this will save approximately Rs. 21,000 crore, says the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:33 (IST)
From January 18 to February 17, our country is observing Road Safety Month; road accidents are a matter of concern not just in our country but also the world over, says the PM
Jan 31, 2021 11:30 (IST)
The name of the Vice President of the Chilean Senate is Rabindranath Quinteros - inspired by Vishwa Kavi Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, says the PM
Jan 31, 2021 11:29 (IST)
There are more than 30 Yoga schools in Santiago, the capital of Chile; the Chilean Congress, that is their Parliament, has declared 4th November as National Yoga Day, says the Prime Minister.
Jan 31, 2021 11:28 (IST)
The government started an 'Incredible India Weekend Getaway' in the villages of West Bengal. Handicraft artisans from West Midnapore, Bankura, Birbhum, Purulia, Purba Bardhaman organized handicraft workshop for visitors, says PM Modi.
Jan 31, 2021 11:27 (IST)
Recently, a month long 'Strawberry Festival' began in Jhansi. Everyone was surprised - Strawberry and Bundelkhand! But, this is the truth, says the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:26 (IST)
If I mention Bundelkhand to you, what are the things that will come to your mind? Those interested in history will connect this area with Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi. At the same time, some people will think of beautiful and serene Orchha. And some people will also remember the extreme heat conditions of this region, but, these days something different is happening here which is quite heartening, and about which, we must know, says the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:25 (IST)
We are not only running the world's biggest vaccination drive but we are also the fastest in vaccinating our citizens, says the Prime Minister
Jan 31, 2021 11:24 (IST)
Whatever be the area, participation of women is continuously on the rise, says the PM
Jan 31, 2021 11:23 (IST)
You must have also observed this time in the 26th January parade, where two women officers of the Indian Air Force created new history, says the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:21 (IST)
You must have witnessed a few days ago, that four women pilots from India took command of a non-stop flight from San Francisco, America to Bangalore, says the Prime Minister.
Jan 31, 2021 11:20 (IST)
I appeal to everyone, especially young friends, to write about freedom fighters and incidents associated with freedom. Write books about the saga of valour during the period of freedom struggle in your area; an initiative has been taken for Young Writers for the purpose of India Seventy-Five, says PM Modi.
Jan 31, 2021 11:19 (IST)
On February 15, 1932, Britishers had mercilessly killed several brave young patriots - their only crime was that they were raising the slogan of 'Vande Mataram' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' - I bow to those martyrs, says the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:18 (IST)
"The freedom struggle was fought with full might in every part, every city, every town and village of India," said PM Modi.
Jan 31, 2021 11:16 (IST)
This year, India is going to commence the celebration of 75 years of Independence - Amrit Mahotsav. In this context, this is an excellent time to explore places associated with those heroes on account of whom we attained Freedom, said the Prime Minister.
Jan 31, 2021 11:16 (IST)
In this vaccination Programme, you must have noticed something more. During the moment of crisis, India is able to serve the world today, since we are capable, self-reliant in the field of medicines, vaccines, said the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:13 (IST)
Today, the Made in India vaccine is, of course, a symbol of India's self-reliance; it is also a symbol of self-pride, said the PM.
Jan 31, 2021 11:09 (IST)
"The beginning of this year marks the completion of almost one year of our battle against Corona. Just as India's fight against Corona became an example, our vaccination Programme too is turning out to be exemplary to the world," said the Prime Minister
Jan 31, 2021 11:08 (IST)
"The country was saddened by the insult to the Tricolor on January 26 in Delhi," said the PM
