Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 82nd edition of his monthly radio address “Mann Ki Baat” on Sunday. During his address, PM Modi touched upon many topics including India’s vaccination drive, use of drones, an increasing number of women in police forces, the importance of cleanliness and being vocal for locals amid the festive season.
Key highlights from Mann Ki Baat:
Prime Minister Modi lauded India’s vaccination drive and said that healthcare workers left no stone unturned to inoculate citizens.
On the occasion of the United Nations Day, Modi said that India’s women played a big role in enhancing influence and power of the UN.
The Prime Minister also pointed out that the strength of women joining the police force has more than doubled.
“India is working on using drones for transportation, be it for delivery of goods at home or assistance during emergencies or monitoring law and order. Soon drones will be deployed for all all such needs. Drones are being used in delivery of Covid-19 vaccines,” PM said during the monthly address.
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“When I talk about cleanliness, please do not forget to get rid of Single Use Plastic. So come, let us take a pledge that we will not let the enthusiasm of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan go down. Together we will make our country completely clean and keep it clean,” PM Modi said.
Modi urges people to buy locally to support local businesses this festive season.
PM Modi highlights the importance of giving up on single use plastic, talks about how to keep our homes and surroundings clean.
(With inputs from ANI)