Modi through ‘Man Ki Baat’ urged citizens to support local artisans ahead of festive season
Modi focused on ‘Vocal for Local’ in Man Ki Baat speech: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed nation through 139th episode of ‘Man Ki Baat’. He pitched the ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives. He also highlighted the success of Indian products in international markets.
PM Modi in his monthly radio program ‘Man Ki Baat’ he urged citizens to support local artisans ahead of festive season. Modi acknowledged how Punjab’s ‘Kheti Virasat Mission’ is helping with organic farming and promoting traditional agricultural practices. He also hailed the ‘Nav-Trinjan’ initiative, saying it is promoting natural cotton cultivation in the Malwa region of Punjab.
He also cited efforts to revive the Heval River in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal region, where declining water levels and drying natural springs had prompted villagers and the local administration to work together.
Bihar’s ‘makhana’ and Karnataka’s ‘arhar dal’ are finding new markets across the world, while Maharashtra’s tribal products are gaining recognition through packaging that reflects the richness of tribal art, Modi said. He also focused on the popularity of Khadi.
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Concluding his address, PM Modi extended his Diwali and Chhath Puja greetings to the countrymen. ‘My dear countrymen, the coming days will be filled with the festive spirit of Diwali, the great festival of Chhath, and several other celebrations. Do celebrate these festivals with your entire family while staying healthy and safe, and include others in your joy. I extend my best wishes to all of you for the upcoming festivals.’
Modi described ‘Mann Ki Baat’ as an opportunity to recognise the contributions of ordinary citizens, calling the experience nothing less than a pilgrimage.
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