In response to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the suspension of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ for the next three months.
During the 110th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, which aired on Sunday at 11 am, PM Modi discussed the decision to pause the programme in light of the elections. Launched on October 3, 2014, ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has been a platform aimed at connecting with various segments of Indian society.
The programme covers a wide range of topics, from government initiatives to policies and welfare schemes. It is broadcast in 22 Indian languages, 29 dialects, and 11 foreign languages including French, Chinese, and Indonesian. More than 500 broadcast centers of All India Radio air the programme, reaching a substantial audience.
A study on the impact of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ revealed that over 100 crore people have tuned in to the programme at least once. The show often highlights grassroots-level changemakers and achievements, influencing listeners towards positive actions.
In the recent 110th episode, PM Modi emphasized the progress of women’s empowerment in India, particularly with Women’s Day approaching on March 8. He lauded the contributions of women to the country’s development journey.
PM Modi also discussed the ‘NaMo Drone Didi’ scheme launched last year, which has brought significant changes to the lives of rural women. He mentioned the remarkable development of women in villages flying drones, attributing this to initiatives like ‘Namo Drone Didi’ and its impact on self-help group schemes such as ‘Lakhpati didi’.
The ‘Drone Ki Udaan’ program, part of the Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendras initiative, involves training these self-help groups on drone operation and maintenance. This effort aims to empower women in the agriculture sector through the deployment of 15,000 drones.
