Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar said on Sunday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ continues to inspire citizens to take an active role in nation-building and bring about positive change. He made the remarks after listening to the 136th episode of the programme at the PWD Rest House in Karnal.
Mann Ki Baat as a People's Movement
“Mann Ki Baat is playing a major role in transforming the vision of a Viksit Bharat into a people’s movement while strengthening the values of service, cleanliness, innovation, self-reliance and social responsibility,” Khattar stated. He urged people to adopt these messages in their daily lives and play an active role in building a developed India.
Leaders Join the Listening Session
The event was attended by Karnal Mayor Renu Bala Gupta, local MLA Jagmohan Anand, district BJP president Parveen Lather, former district BJP officiating president Brij Gupta, and other party workers. Mayor Gupta described ‘Mann Ki Baat’ as not merely a monthly radio programme but a powerful platform that motivates every section of society to contribute actively to the nation’s progress.
MLA Anand echoed the sentiment, saying that Modi’s vision of a Viksit Bharat would be realised only when every citizen fulfils his or her responsibilities with dedication. The programme has consistently encouraged public participation in national initiatives, from cleanliness drives to promoting local products.
Ongoing Impact Across the Country
Since its launch in 2014, ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has become a unique medium of communication between the Prime Minister and the citizens. The 136th episode covered topics such as the importance of voter participation, success stories in healthcare, and the role of youth in innovation. Khattar noted that the radio programme has been instrumental in increasing awareness about government schemes and fostering a sense of collective responsibility.
The Union Minister’s remarks come amid the government’s push for a developed India by 2047, with ‘Mann Ki Baat’ serving as a tool to connect with the grassroots. The programme has also inspired numerous community initiatives, including local cleanliness campaigns and tree plantation drives.
Call to Action
Khattar called upon citizens to take inspiration from the Prime Minister’s words and actively participate in the nation’s development. He highlighted that small contributions from every individual could lead to significant progress. The event concluded with a pledge to implement the key messages from the episode in their respective communities.
