Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through what was the 91st episode of his monthly radio broadcast, Mann Ki Baat; the first edition of the programme aired on October 3, 2014, and a new episode is aired on the last Sunday of every month.Addressing the 91st edition of the monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday stated that India is set to witness a glorious and historic moment as it completes 75 years of Independence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to put the “tiranga” (‘tricolour’, the national flag) as their display pictures on social media profiles between August 2 and 15. In his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ radio broadcast, he flagged a movement called ’Har Ghar Tiranga’ (tricolour on every house) being organised from August 13 to 15. “Let us further this movement by hoisting the National Flag at our homes,” he said. The drive is part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ (‘Pious Festival of Freedom’), which has been celebrated with several events and schemes in the lead-up to the 75th anniversary of Independence this year. The PMs said it’s turning into a mass movement.
He spoke of some schemes of his government, too. Fairs of several cultures also found a mention, as did Ayurveda. He also mentioned the athletes and players of the country, wishing them luck for the ongoing Commonwealth Games. He added that India was honoured to host the 44th Chess Olympiad in Chennai and will also be hosting the U-17 Women’s FIFA World Cup in October.
