In his last address through Mann ki Baat, PM Modi spoke about the welfare works being led by women in various fields. He pushed for women empowerment and asked people to encourage women in order to strengthen the ways for their own prosperity. Making a case for building a fit India, PM Modi concluded his address by urging people to participate in the ‘Run for Unity’ event on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary on October 31.

PM Modi: "We use crackers during Diwali. But sometimes due to negligence, we may catch fire. I urge you to take care of yourself and celebrate this festival cheerfully."
PM Modi urges people to buy items made by local artists this Diwali.
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October 31 is also the death anniversary of former prime minister Indira Gandhi, PM Modi said and paid his respect to the late leader.
PM Modi: "The Allahabad High Court gave its judgment on the Ram Janmabhoomi matter on September 2010. How many interest groups had come to fore to take advantage of the situation in their own way."
The PM further said a lot was said and done before the judgment in the case was announced. But ater the court gave its verdict, the government, political parties, social and religious groups gave very measured and sensible comments.
PM Modi: "Our soldiers at Siachen Glacier are not only protecting the borders but also conducting the 'Clean Siachen' drive. For this commitment, I salute the Indian Army. In such conditions to segregate garbage and ensure its management is a very important work in itself."
PM Modi: "Our country will always be indebted to Sardar Patel for playing an instrumental role in the Constitution Assembly. He did the important job of ensuring the fundamental rights so that there remains no possibility of any discrimination based on caste and community."
On 31st October 2018, 'Statue of Unity', made in the memory of Sardar Patel, was dedicated to the nation and world. It's the tallest statue of world, twice the height of 'Statue of Liberty'. The tallest statue of the world fills every Indian with pride.
PM Modi: "A few days ago, ambassadors from at least 85 countries went to Amritsar from Delhi. They not only visited the Golden Temple, but also got to know a lot about the Sikh culture. They also shared the pictures taken there on their social media."
"Guru Nanak Dev ji took his message to far, far places in the world. He used to be one of the most accomplished travellers of his time. May his birth anniversary inspire us to imbibe his message into our lives."
PM Modi: "Guru Nanak Dev ji's 550th birth anniversary will be celebrated across the world on November 12. Guru Nanak Dev's influence is not only in India but across the world. He used to believe that there is no price for selfless service."
PM Modi: "People have shared a lot of stories regarding Bharat ki Laxmi. You all should read them, take inspiration and share something similar happening around you. I bow down in respect to these Laxmis (Goddesses) of India."
PM Modi: "We had decided that we will do something different this Diwali. I had said that - let's celebrate the women power of India and their achievements, as in rever the Bharat ki Laxmi."
PM Modi: "Diwali is celebrated in many parts of the world today. Not only the Indian community but also the government of many countries, their citizens and the social organisations there also participate in these celebrations enthusiastically. In a way, they make a 'Bharat' there."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi starts his Mann ki Baat address by wishing the country on the occasion of Diwali.