PM Modi shares idea to promote 'science' in Mann Ki Baat address

Addressing the 19th edition of monthly radio broadcast "Mann ki Baat", Modi said: "Friends, in a few days to come, we are going to celebrate 'National Science Day'."

"The interest and passion of our children and youth in science matters a lot. I have an idea for this, which you can call ‘One Day as a Scientist’," he said.

"You should try to spend one day as a scientist," he said.

Modi said: "You can choose any day as per your convenience and choice. On that day, you must visit a research lab, planetarium or a Space Centre. This will enhance your curiosity about Science."

ISRO

Praising the contribution of the Indian Space Research Organisation, Modi said the achievement of the science body has been 'expansive'.

"Over the last 10 years alone, around 460 satellites have been launched and this includes many satellites of other countries as well," Modi said.

"Another important fact in recent years is that the participation of woman power is constantly on the rise among our team of Space Scientists. I am also very happy to see that today the Space Sector has become a favourite for our youth," he said.

He said the space sector is emerging as an excellent option for Indian youth.

Modi said India is carving a robust identity of its own in the world of Artificial Intelligence.

"Be it the Space Sector or AI, the ever-increasing participation of our youth is begetting a new revolution. The people of India are second to none in adopting and trying new technologies," the Indian PM said.

Women's Day

Sharing his thoughts on Women's Day, Modi said: "On this special occasion, I am going to hand over my social media accounts like X, Instagram to some inspiring ladies of the country."

"On the 8th of March, they will share their work and experiences with the countrymen. The platform might be mine, but it will be about their experiences, their challenges and their achievements," he said.

International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8.

Obesity

In his monthly radio address, Modi said the problem of obesity is increasing significantly in the country.

The Indian PM said: "Cases of obesity have doubled in the past years, but, what is even more worrying is that the problem of obesity has increased fourfold even among children."

Sharing a potential solution, Modi said: "WHO data shows that in 2022, about 250 crore people around the world were overweight, that is, they had more weight than required. These statistics are very serious and force all of us to think why this is happening. Excess weight or obesity gives rise to many kinds of problems and diseases."