The Prime Minister, through his massive outreach programme, has spoken on a host of issues ranging from farmers' problems to examination pressure on students. As the BJP government completes four years in office today, PM Modi will address the nation in his monthly programme 'Mann Ki Baat' and is expected to talk about the targets met so far. He also inaugurated the first phase of Delhi-Meerut Expressway, earlier today. The first National Highway in the country with 14 lanes, the Delhi-Meerut Expressway includes 6-lane Expressway and 4+4 Service lanes from Nizamuddin Bridge in Delhi to UP Border.
The prime minister extended his warm wishes to all on the upcoming festival of Eid. He hoped that the festival will strengthen the bonds of communal harmony in the society.
Prime Minister Modi talked about the importance of indigenous sports/games like 'gilli-danda', kite flying, that help shape a beautiful childhood. He says the trend of such games is loosing and laments over the fading cultural values they impart.
PM Modi says he is happy that the captain of Indian cricket team has challenged him. He appreciates Virat Kohli's initiative and says it will keep us fit and encourage others to remain fit. He was talking about the #FitIndia campaign, which has been followed by people from all walks of life.
Prime Minister Modi mentions the name of D Prakash Rao, a tea-seller in Cuttack, Odisha for bringing a drastic change in the lives of poor children. (Pic courtesy- ANI)
PM Modi pays tribute to the first Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his 54th death anniversary today. Earlier, he also posted on Twitter, remembering the leader.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of World Environment Day, expressed concern about plastic pollution. He said it is crucial to strike a chord with nature.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says he is happy to accept the fitness challenge by cricketer Virat Kohli. He said fitness is crucial to the overall development of the nation's health.