KNews Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 137th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday. During this, he mentioned the positive changes taking place in different parts of the country and the initiatives of the people. PM Modi said that 'Mann Ki Baat' is a platform where countrymen get an opportunity to bring forward new and inspiring ideas.
BHARATRAJYA website mentioned
PM Modi praised the efforts of a youth named Krishna from Mumbai. They BHARATRAJYA.com Referring to the website named, he said that through this people can easily get information related to history. By selecting any year on the website, one can find out who was ruling which part of India at that time. The Prime Minister described this initiative as an attempt to understand history in an interesting way.
Emphasis on drug-free India campaign
The Prime Minister also mentioned the 'Drug-free Youth for Developed India' campaign. He said that awareness about de-addiction is increasing in the country and its aim is to keep the youth away from drugs. PM Modi said it Drug Free India Linking it to the aim of the scheme, he appealed to the youth to participate in this campaign.
Women got strength from PM Swanidhi
PM Modi PM Swanidhi Yojana Women empowerment was also mentioned through. He said that about 46 percent of the beneficiaries of the scheme are women and about 35 lakh women are joining it and taking their business forward. She said that this aspect of women entrepreneurship should be discussed more.
Cleanliness campaign of youth of Rampur
The Prime Minister also appreciated the initiative of Akash and Rohan of Patwai village in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. Both the youth started a cleaning campaign after seeing the filth in their area. Gradually other youth also joined them and 'Clean-up patwai' The team is formed. According to PM Modi, the team has so far cleaned four Ganga ghats and removed more than one ton of plastic waste.
He also mentioned the cleanliness campaign conducted during the Amarnath Yatra. PM Modi said that during the yatra, more than 400 metric tonnes of waste was collected and processed, while more than 16 thousand passengers took a pledge for cleanliness.
Story of Vesalu Puro of Nagaland
PM Modi also shared the story of Vesalu Puro of Phek district of Nagaland. Vesalu, who grew up in a farmer family, was fond of flowers since childhood. He started flower farming on a small scale in 2021 and decided to gradually expand it further. The Prime Minister described it as an inspiring story of creating opportunities from hobby.
Appeal for 'Vocal for Local' during festivals
Referring to the approaching festivals, PM Modi asked the people 'Vocal for Local' Appealed to give priority. He said that local artisans and products should be promoted during festivals like Vishwakarma Puja and Diwali. This will strengthen local business and self-reliance.