Mann Ki Baat | DD News

September 27, 2026 1:23 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights global reach of Lord Ganesha’s cultural traditions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing global recognition of India’s faith, art and cultural traditions, citing the example of a Thai devotee who has spent more than four decades studying traditions associated with Lord Ganesha. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, PM Modi recalled the celebrations of Ganesha Utsav across India and said the festival is marked by devotion, enthusiasm and joy. He said Vighnharta Bhagwan Shri Ganesha symbolis...

September 27, 2026 1:23 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights amla-based rural enterprise and nutrition initiatives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted how the traditional cultivation and processing of Amla (Indian gooseberry) is creating new economic opportunities for farmers and women in Uttar Pradesh’s Pratapgarh, while calling for greater efforts to promote local products and combat malnutrition. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, PM Modi said Amla, widely used in Indian households in the form of pickles, murabba, juice and Chyawanprash, has been associated...

September 27, 2026 1:14 PM

PM Modi highlights Punjab coach Rajinder Singh’s role in nurturing rural hockey talent

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the contribution of former Indian hockey player and coach Rajinder Singh in identifying and nurturing sporting talent in villages, saying such efforts are crucial to sustaining India’s performance in international sports. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, PM Modi recalled his announcement from the Red Fort of a talent hunt campaign for sports and stressed the need to reach villages and towns to identify promisi...

September 27, 2026 1:11 PM

PM Modi urges youth to lead 100-week campaign for drug-free India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon the country’s youth to take an active role in the fight against drug abuse, highlighting the ongoing ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan’ as a nationwide movement led by young people themselves. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, PM Modi said millions of young people had recently taken a resolve to stay away from drugs and to spread awareness about the dangers of substance abuse among others...

September 27, 2026 1:09 PM

Cleanliness, public participation key to paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for greater public participation in cleanliness drives and environmental conservation, highlighting community-led initiatives across the country in the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. With October 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, approaching, PM Modi recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s emphasis on cleanliness and said it remains an important guiding principle. “In just a few days, it’s the 2nd of October - th...

September 27, 2026 1:03 PM

India’s heritage and resilience reflected in Somnath, Modhera: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India’s historical resilience, cultural heritage and commitment to preserving its ancient legacy, recalling the history of the Somnath Temple and Modhera Sun Temple during the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. PM Modi recalled that the year began with the ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’, a celebration of national pride marking the history and enduring legacy of the Somnath Temple. “A thousand years ago, in 1026,...

September 27, 2026 12:58 PM

PM Modi pays tribute to Ashok Singhal on his birth centenary, recalls role in Ram Janmabhoomi Movement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) International Working President Ashok Singhal on his birth centenary, recalling his contribution to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and his efforts to address social discrimination and inequality. In the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “Today marks the 100th birth anniversary of a great personality who had dedicated his entire life to culture, society, and the ...

September 27, 2026 1:31 PM

Over 32 crore families covered in first phase of Census: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the progress of the ongoing Census 2027 exercise, saying the first phase has nearly been completed across all states and Union Territories, with data of more than 32 crore families already recorded. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi described the Census as a national responsibility and urged citizens to actively participate in the exercise. “A grand picture of the nation is ...

September 27, 2026 12:04 PM

Surgical strike demonstrated new example of India’s counter-terrorism policy: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the 2016 surgical strikes against terrorist hideouts in Pakistan, describing the operation as a historic milestone that demonstrated to the world a new example of India’s counter-terrorism policy. Addressing the nation in the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said the surgical strike highlighted the role of the Indian Army in carrying out the operation across the Line of Control (LoC). “Ten years ago, on...

August 30, 2026 1:30 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi praises Mumbai man for creating specialised website to know India’s history

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared Krishna Seshadri’s story and praised him for his unique historical work, highlighting a specialised website created by him. Addressing the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi recalled that some time ago, someone on social media wrote, “On this auspicious occasion of Ashaadha Ekadashi, I am very happy to announce that I am embarking on an initiative to make history interesting.” The Prime Minister said that...