Opinion | Mann Ki Baat: A conversation that millions of Indians look forward to
Dynamic changes have taken place at a dizzy pace on the audio-visual landscape. While these changes are by and large technology-driven and global in their sweep, one revolutionary change occurred nearer home in India when the Prime Minister, for the first time in the history of Indian broadcasting, gave the nod to the nation’s public service broadcaster, for Mann Ki Baat, his informal, intimate exchange of ideas and thoughts with his fellow countrymen. As the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat draws near, it is time to look back at the unique monthly radio address, which started in October 2014 and has had a memorable run.
It began as a curious communication phenomenon where a leading, tech-savvy politician indulges, ironically, in a strictly apolitical conversation on a seemingly obsolete medium. It has now become a part of India’s cultural zeitgeist and entered popular lexicon. When you say ‘Mann Ki Baat’ there’s hardly anyone who won’t get what you are talking about, such has been its impact. Its popularity is not without reason — it has had some significant moments.
It is tempting to ask, in today’s world, why did the Prime Minister choose radio? The reasons are not far to seek. Radio is an intimate story-telling medium. There cannot be a more potent instrument for such a candid, yet warm and uninhibited exchange of ideas between the country’s Prime Minister and the people of his country. And, AIR’s reach is stupendous, with about 600 channels carrying the programme.
“It felt good to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly informing about women empowerment, and schemes to create jobs and business. But instead of only showing videos, these should also be implemented on ground…,” said Nusrat Fatima, 32, who attended the live screening of the 100th episode of PM’s Mann ki Baat Sunday.
Fatima was among several people of the Muslim community who attended the screening held at Jama Masjid area’s famous Al Jawahar Restaurant. Read more
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Red Fort, Gwalior Fort and Gateway of India are among 13 heritage sites across the country where projection mapping shows will be held on Sunday evening to mark the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio programme "Mann ki Baat".
The 13 sites also included Sun Temple in Odisha, Vellore Fort in Tamil Nadu, Ramnagar Fort in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur, Rang Ghar in Assam, the Residency building in Lucknow, and Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat.
A night before, the 13 cultural sites, including ASI-protected monuments such as Mughal-era Red Fort in Delhi and Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh, Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan, Golconda Fort in Telangana, Navratnagarh Fort in Jharkhand, besides the Prime Minister's Sanghralaya in Delhi were illuminated to mark the occasion. (PTI)
Like other states across the country, Tripura chief minister Dr Manik Saha his cabinet ministers, party leaders and government officials attended the live broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address of 100th episode of Mann ki Baat programme at Governor's residence on Sunday.
"Mann Ki Baat of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji has always been inspiring as it celebrates the extraordinary stories of the common people. It has brought a social change. Delighted to take part in the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat at Raj Bhavan, Agartala along with Hon'ble Governor Shri Satyadeo Narain Arya Ji & other dignitaries," Saha wrote on his Twitter.
Likewise, BJP vice president, Dr. Ashok Sinha,mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation Dipak Majumder attended the live broadcast programme at Dashamighat club in Agartala along with other party leaders and activists. (Debraj Deb reports)
More than 10 lakh people participated in events marking the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mann Ki Baat radio address in Karnataka Sunday, the state BJP claimed.
The BJP in the state had asked leaders across all levels to participate in events at the booth level. Karnataka BJP spokesperson M G Mahesh said that the party had organised pooling public at the booth level in the state, and it received a remarkable response. “We checked with the numbers and it has crossed more than 10 lakh across the state,” he said. Read more
Sinha said the PM through his Mann Ki Baat program has inspired the youth of the country to overcome challenges and set ambitious goals in life. “He (Modi) has brought together the youth from different backgrounds with a single dream of nation-building,” he said.
Marathons were organised and giant screens were put up in public places across Jammu and Kashmir, among others, Sunday to mark the broadcast of the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme. Read more
Pradeep Sangwan, who is on a mission to clear the Himalayas of the waste left behind by tourists, said he had almost given up his initiative but a mention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his "Mann ki Baat" programme gave a renewed impetus to his efforts.
Sangwan, who established the Healing Himalayas Foundation for the purpose nearly seven years ago, told PTI on Sunday that the prime minister mentioning his campaign during his past radio broadcast boosted his campaign.The Haryana native interacted with Modi during the 100th episode of the programme, broadcast on Sunday.
"We had discussed about the 'Healing Himalayas' campaign." Modi told Sangwan, "You thought of healing the Himalayas and you ran a campaign. How is your campaign (going) nowadays?" Sangwan told the prime minister that they began on a nervous note and at one time he was not sure if he would be able to sustain this life long as few people were taking an interest in the campaign and not giving much importance to the initiative.He had almost thought of giving up at one stage, Sangwan told the prime minister.
However, after the prime minister mentioned the initiative during a "Mann ki Baat" episode in 2020, things changed as several people joined the campaign, Sangwan told Modi.
Sangwan told Modi, "It (the campaign) is doing fine and from 2020, whatever work we used to do in a span of five years is being done in a year now," to which the prime minister exclaimed "Wow!" Sangwan said that earlier they used to conduct six to 10 cleaning drives in a year "but today, we collect five tonnes of garbage on a daily basis from different locations". (PTI)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through his 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast, crafts messages that venture into the nooks and corners of the nation and builds bridges between the people and the government, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday.
Shah said 'Mann ki Baat' completed 100 episodes on Sunday, 'leaving a splendid trail of impactful leadership examples'.'Through 'Mann ki Baat', PM @narendramodi ji crafts messages that venture into the nooks and corners of the nation, building bridges between the people and the government.
The Union Home minister said 'Mann ki Baat' is not just a radio programme but a movement for social change for the better.He also said the prime minister's words to achievers have inspired the young generation to take charge of the nation's destiny and build a better future for all. (PTI)
The Congress took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday over his "Mann ki Baat" radio broadcast, saying the occasion of its 100th episode was heralded with great fanfare but it was "maun ki baat (silence)" on critical issues such as China, Adani, increasing economic inequalities and the wrestlers' protest.
Just ahead of the airing of the programme, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh tweeted: "Today is FekuMaster Special. The 100th day of Mann ki Baat is being heralded with great fanfare. But it is Maun ki Baat on crucial issues like China, Adani, increasing economic inequalities, price rise of essential commodities, terror attacks in J&K, insults to women wrestlers, non-fulfilment of promises made to farmer organisations, corruption in so-called double-engine state governments like Karnataka, conmen with close links to BJP, etc." "IIM Rohtak does some doctored study on Mann ki Baat's impacts while its Director's academic credentials have been questioned by the Ministry of Education itself," Ramesh said.
The Congress, from its official Twitter handle, also took a dig at Modi, alleging that he has been silent on issues such as Chinese aggression, unemployment, price rise, charges against industrialist Gautam Adani's business conglomerate and women's security. (PTI)
The nation is celebrating the 100th episode of the popular radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On this occasion, I congratulate the PM on the roaring success of the programme. Mann Ki Baat has been an important platform where the PM interacts with the people, including from tribal communities, understands their concerns, shares his personal experiences and creates awareness on important issues. It has been a great source of inspiration for tribal youth and motivates them to contribute to the nation’s progress. As India celebrates Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the progress, development, and achievements of our nation speak volumes of our potential and global position.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Mann Ki Baat acted as a channel for educating the public and encouraging vaccination. It is largely responsible for the success of India’s vaccination story. That alone is sufficient testament to its importance and relevance. Tribal health being the prime focus, the government is committed to eradicating Sickle Cell Disease by 2047 through awareness creation, universal screening, and counselling through collaboration between the Centre and states. Improving the quality of life of tribals through interventions in safe housing, access to clean water and sanitary facilities, enhanced education and healthcare, livelihood support, and cultural aspects, our efforts have always focused on implementing schemes that adopt a habitat-level development approach.
Nostalgia, emotions and direct conversations with some whose lives were impacted after being mentioned on previous episodes of Mann Ki Baat — the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme had it all. “I have received thousands of letters from all of you, lakhs of messages…and I have tried to read as many letters as possible, have a look at them and try to understand the messages a bit,” said PM Modi at the beginning of his radio show Sunday.
The 30-minute episode had a fine balance of looking back and looking forward, with the Prime Minister interviewing some change-makers, whom he mentioned in the earlier episodes, from across the country. Calling Mann Ki Baat “a unique festival of goodness and positivity that comes every month,” Modi said the people mentioned were all our heroes who made the programme come alive.
Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday flagged off a marathon in Jammu to mark the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's radio show Mann ki Baat.
The marathon, organised by the Hindustan Scouts and Guides and the Dogra Kranti Dal, is one of 100 marathons scheduled throughout the day across the Union Territory to celebrate the monthly broadcast.
"The 100 marathons across the Union Territory will also raise awareness and strengthen action and cooperation against drug abuse and trafficking," Sinha told the gathering before flagging off the marathon at the Balidan Stambh (War Memorial).
The Lt Governor said people from different walks of life have come together to fight the drugs menace.
"The prime minister has inspired the country's youth through 'Mann ki Baat' to overcome challenges and set an ambitious goal in life. He has brought together youths from different backgrounds with the single dream of nation building," he said.
India's greatest strength is its unity in diversity, Sinha said.
"Through the 'Mann ki Baat' programme, Modi has inspired people to take pride in their heritage and acknowledged the remarkable contribution of scientists, teachers, litterateurs and artistes in raising India's stature in the world," he added. (PTI)
Ending the 100th episode of his radio show Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he hoped "what started with Mann Ki Baat will become a new tradition in the country".
On the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about the importance of cultural preservation, and how it has always been the "favourite topic" to discuss during the course of the radio show.
"It is my unbreakable belief that through collective effort, the biggest change can be made possible," he said.
On the 100th episode of his radio show Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted how several episodes had highlighted 'selfless' attempts to provide education to the underprivileged sections of society.
He cited D Prakash Rao from Odisha, who ran a tea stall and made it his life mission to provide education to underprivileged children; Sanjay Kashyap, who ran a mobile library in Jharkhand; and others.
UNESCO DG Audrey Azoulay joins the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat. She talks about education, and how her organisation is committed to ensuring education for all by 2030 and India's contribution in this respect, being the most populated country in the world. She also talks about cultural and educational preservation in India, which PM Modi calls Mann Ki Baat's "favourite topics".
Pradeep, who is on a mission to clean the Himalayas of accumulated garbage, joined the 100th episode of PM Narendra Modi's radio show Mann Ki Baat. He said that he had almost given up on his initiative but a mention of on Mann Ki Baat gave him encouragement. Now, his team collects 5 ton of rubbish from the mountains daily.
Vijayashanti, who runs a lotus stem fiber business in Manipur providing employment to 30 people, joined the 100th episode of PM Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat radio show. She thanked the PM for encouraging her business idea, and said her aim is to go 'Vocal for Global'.
Manzoor Ahmed, founder of a pencil slate business in Jammu and Kashmir, joined the 100th episode of PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat. Modi had talked about his business in an earlier episode of the show, as part of his 'Vocal for Local' campaign.
Haryana's Sunil Jaglan, founder of the "Selfie with Daughter campaign", will join PM Narendra Modi in the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat.
"For me, Mann Ki Baat is a way of devotion," says PM Narendra Modi in the 100th episode of his radio show Mann Ki Baat.
"Mann Ki Baat, for me, is a 'pooja ki thaal' (prayer plate) at the feet of 'ishwar roopi janata janardhan' (God in the form of the public)," he says.
Beginning the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Narendra Modi said that like Vijayadashmi, Mann Ki Baat has also become an occasion to celebrate Indians' goodness, optimism, positivity and people's participation.
People reached Delhi's famous Al-Jawahar Hotel, where BJP has organised a telecast event commemorating the 100th episode of PM Narendra Modi's radio show Mann Ki Baat.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah to participate in Maan Ki Baat at Vile Parle organised by Mumbai BJP. The deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis will also attend the same.
Apart from this, the 100th episode of PM Narendra Modi's radio show Mann Ki Baat will be telecast in all 36 assembly constituencies in Mumbai. In Mumbai, the telecast will be in 5,000 places.
BJP has also organised telecast events across the 36 districts of Maharashtra.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi connects with countrymen on the last Sunday of every month through ‘Mann Ki Baat’. Even in ‘Mann Ki Baat’, he has always worked to encourage sports and sportspersons. The Prime Minister’s mantra for us has been that instead of taking shortcuts, we must achieve excellence on the strength of our hard work. When we win, everyone stands with us, but the way Prime Minister Narendra Modi supports players even when they are down undoubtedly gives us the courage to stand again and move forward. Neither victory nor defeat is the last step for us.
Through ‘Mann Ki Baat’, sportspersons from far-flung areas also become aware of the PM’s sports-related policies. Today, the 100th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is going to be aired. If we continue to encourage the players in this way, then surely, our players, brimming with self-confidence, will be able to hoist the Tricolour in all competitions.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked people to tune into the 100th episode of his radio show Mann Ki Baat at 11 am today, calling it a "truly special journey". "This has been a truly special journey, in which we have celebrated the collective spirit of the people of India and highlighted inspiring life journeys," he said.
The airing of the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unique monthly radio outreach, Mann Ki Baat, is a milestone. ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is central to the PM’s deep connection with the masses, who regard him as a caring, compassionate and decisive leader who is transforming the country to improve their lives.
Since the first episode of Mann Ki Baat on October 3, 2014, the PM has struck a rare chord with our countrymen, who have responded enthusiastically and reached out to him month after month to share their accomplishments, joys, concerns and their valuable suggestions for New India.
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Taking to Twitter, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra said, "Dear Hon’ble Modiji- today is 100th episode of Mann ki Baat due to be telecast live even at UN HQ. Please do tell us: 1. Why India’s athlete betis can’t be protected from powerful BJP predators 2. Why SEBI can’t finish Adani invetigation in SC timeframe Dhanyavad."
The 100th episode of PM Narendra Modi's radio show Mann Ki Baat will start airing at 11 am today.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's radio show ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is set to complete 100 episodes today. It first started airing in October 2014.
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