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What is Mann Ki Baat?

Mann Ki Baat

About Mann Ki Baat

What is Mann Ki Baat?

First broadcast on October 3, 2014, Mann Ki Baat is an Indian radio programme in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses citizens on various issues and ideas pertaining to national importance. As of November 29, 2020, there have been 71 episodes of Mann Ki Baat.

As television is not widely available in India yet, especially in isolated rural regions, All India Radio (AIR) was chosen to be the official medium to reach the population.

In 2015, former US President Barack Obama was part of a special Mann Ki Baat show, who had arrived in India to be a part of the Republic

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Youth's dedication is greatest key for Viksit Bharat: PM in Mann ki Baat

He also highlighted the inauguration of the world's largest LEAP engine MRO facility in Hyderabad and the induction of INS 'Mahe' into the Indian Navy

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Updated On : 30 Nov 2025 | 12:50 PM IST

Op Sindoor added colour to festivals, says PM in 'Mann Ki Baat' address

The prime minister said on November 15 the nation will celebrate the Janajateeya Gaurav Diwas -- birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda

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Updated On : 26 Oct 2025 | 1:53 PM IST

'Her mann ki baat': PM Modi writes foreword for Italian PM Meloni's memoir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written the foreword for Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's autobiography, calling it 'Her Mann Ki Baat' and praising her leadership and patriotism

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Updated On : 29 Sep 2025 | 12:00 PM IST

Spirit of selfless service, discipline true strengths of RSS: PM Modi

In his 125th Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, the prime minister made another strong push for Swadeshi and urged people to buy a Khadi item on Gandhi Jayanti on October 2

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Updated On : 28 Sep 2025 | 11:23 PM IST

Modi@75: Health camps, fairs, exhibitions and schemes to mark PM's birthday

From women's health camps and cultural shows to fairs, exhibitions and auctions of mementos, the Centre and BJP states will celebrate PM Modi's 75th birthday in multiple ways

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Updated On : 16 Sep 2025 | 8:24 PM IST

PM Modi urges pride in 'swadeshi' products during 'Mann Ki Baat' broadcast

Everything that is needed in life should be 'swadeshi', he said in the 'Mann ki Baat' programme

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Updated On : 31 Aug 2025 | 2:07 PM IST

'Natural disasters testing nation', says PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat' address

The prime minister hailed the efforts of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and security forces during the rescue operation

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Updated On : 31 Aug 2025 | 12:15 PM IST

4,500 cities, towns joined 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan' this year: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation in his 124th 'Mann Ki Baat' episode, focusing on the importance of 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan' in ensuring cleanliness and waste management.

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Updated On : 27 Jul 2025 | 2:16 PM IST

Around 950 mn Indians beneficiaries of social security schemes: PM Modi

In his monthly Mann ki Baat address, PM Modi said that until 2015, government schemes could reach even fewer than 250 million people

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Updated On : 29 Jun 2025 | 12:22 PM IST

Development, education taking lead in Maoism-hit areas, says PM Modi

He said Dantewada district topped Chhattisgarh in Class 10 examinations with 95 per cent results and ranked sixth in the state in the Class 12 examinations

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Updated On : 25 May 2025 | 3:04 PM IST

Increase in lion population from 674 to 891 'very encouraging': PM Modi

Speaking during the 122nd episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister attributed the success to collective efforts by the people of the region and the use of modern methods

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Updated On : 25 May 2025 | 1:56 PM IST

Mann ki Baat: PM Modi hails role of 'Made in India' tech in Op Sindoor

During his monthly radio programme Mann ki Baat, PM Modi lauded the valour shown by the armed forces during 'Operation Sindoor'

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Updated On : 25 May 2025 | 12:02 PM IST

Pahalgam attack shows frustration of those who patronise terrorism: PM Modi

In his Mann ki Baat address, PM Modi said that enemies of the country did not like peace returning to Jammu and Kashmir

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Updated On : 27 Apr 2025 | 11:18 AM IST

Rapper Hanumankind gets a mention in PM Modi's 'Mann ki Baat': Here's why

In the 120th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat,' PM Modi mentioned rapper Hanumankind's new song 'Run It Up' which features traditional martial arts

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Updated On : 30 Mar 2025 | 1:06 PM IST

Our festivals reflect India's unity in diversity: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

PM Modi said various states are celebrating their traditional new year on Sunday and many others will be celebrating in the coming days

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Updated On : 30 Mar 2025 | 11:58 AM IST

PM Modi suggests spending 'one day as a scientist' during Mann Ki Baat

PM Modi praised the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for achieving a Century in its launch

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2025 | 12:20 PM IST

EC used power of technology to strengthen people's power, says PM Modi

The EC has modernised and strengthened the election process from time to time, Modi asserted

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Updated On : 19 Jan 2025 | 9:42 PM IST

AB-PMJAY significantly reduced cancer patients' financial burden: PM Modi

Modi highlighted the achievements made in the fight against malaria and cancer in the 117th episode of his 'Mann Ki Baat'

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Updated On : 29 Dec 2024 | 11:40 PM IST

Highlights: Massive fire breaks out at chemical factory in Maharashtra's Palghar

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Updated On : 29 Dec 2024 | 10:50 PM IST

PM Modi highlights ayurveda's growing global impact in 'Mann ki Baat'

In a statement, the ministry said it has signed 24 country-level and 48 institute-level memoranda of understanding (MoUs), fostering collaborative research and education

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Updated On : 29 Dec 2024 | 7:18 PM IST