Cleanliness most beautiful tribute to Bapu: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat
In his 138th Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi urges citizens to join cleanliness drives as the ultimate tribute to Mahatma Gandhi ahead of his birth anniversary.
Addressing the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon the citizens of India to actively engage in cleanliness initiatives. Ahead of Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary on October 2, the Prime Minister described the act of maintaining hygiene as the "most beautiful tribute" that the nation can offer to the Father of the Nation.
A Call for Collective Public Participation
The Prime Minister emphasized that individual actions, when joined by others, can evolve into a massive public movement. He noted that the spirit of community-led action is already visible across the country through various grassroots initiatives.
Highlighting several inspiring examples, the Prime Minister mentioned:
- Madhya Pradesh: Youngsters working alongside the community to clean a river.
- Andhra Pradesh: Youth restoring heritage sites by cleaning old wells and stepwells.
- Mumbai: Dedicated volunteers gathering every week to clean local beaches.
- Delhi: Children and youth leading awareness campaigns for waste segregation.
- West Bengal: Students and residents coming together to clean picnic spots.
"One thing is clearly evident in all these efforts: it started with one person, then others joined in and the caravan grew. This is public participation," the Prime Minister remarked.
Recalling India's Decisive Response to Terrorism
Shifting focus to national security, PM Modi reflected on the significant milestones achieved by the Indian Army. He noted that the nation is on the verge of marking a decade since the 2016 surgical strikes conducted across the Line of Control (LoC).
The Prime Minister stated that these operations, alongside the Balakot airstrike and Operation Sindoor, serve as historical evidence of India's resolve to respond decisively to terrorism. He underscored that these actions have sent a clear and repeated message regarding India's stance against terror attacks.
National Responsibility: The Census
Concluding his address, the Prime Minister touched upon the ongoing Census. He described the exercise as a national responsibility and urged every citizen to play their part to ensure its success.