PM Modi completes 50 episodes of 'Mann Ki Baat'

"On the 3rd of October, 2014, the pious occasion of Vijayadashmi, we embarked upon a journey together through the medium of ‘Mann Ki Baat’. This journey has reached its 50th episode today. Thus, this Golden Jubilee Episode is indeed gilt-edged in every sense of the term. Your letters and phone calls this time pertain mostly to these 50 episodes," Modi said during the address.

Sharing about why he chose radio for communicating with the country, Modi said: "In terms of the reach & depth of communication, radio has been incomparable. I have been nursing that feeling ever since, acknowledging its power & strength. Hence when I became the Prime Minister, it was natural for me to turn towards a strong, effective medium."

Modi said people have shared their experiences, conveying the rise of selfless volunteerism as a consequence of ‘Mann Ki Baat’.

"It is a change where people are increasingly willing to contribute for the sake of service to society. I am overjoyed on account of the fact that through ‘Mann Ki Baat’, radio is rising as a popular medium, more than ever before," he said.

Modi further said that. "It’s not about just radio… people are connecting with this programme and ensuring their participation through T.V., FM Radio, Mobile, Internet, Facebook Live; along with periscope, through the NarendraModiApp too. I express my gratitude to the entire family of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ for being a part of it & trusting it wholeheartedly."

The PM said that 'Mann Ki Baat' manifests the spirit of young and aspirational India, an India that will not easily accept status quo, an India that is at the forefront of innovation and vibrancy. 

"'Mann Ki Baat' is about the inherent strength of our society. It is about the power of collective efforts to bring a positive change in India," said Modi.