Addressing his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio address, the prime minister referred to Tamil poetess Avvaiyar to drive home his point
He appealed to those seeking to settle issues through violence to return to the mainstream, saying they should have faith in the capabilities of India to resolve matters peacefully
Modi also appealed to all those trying to find solutions through weapons and violence to come back (to the mainstream)
Gehlot said JLF was the place where thinkers across the world came and did "kaam ki baat" along with "mann ki baat".
The prime minister also urged people to promote local products in their purchases
He cited Mahatma Gandhi, saying he viewed this spirit of Swadeshi as a lamp illuminating the lives of millions as well as bringing prosperity in the lives of the poorest of the poor
He also encouraged people to use one's mother tongue saying all progress is meaningless if one's mother tongue is neglected
In his monthly 'Mann ki baat' broadcast, he said the "Back to village" programme held in June in Jammu and Kashmir saw enthusiastic participation of villagers everywhere
PM Modi delivered his Mann ki Baat to the nation in the 36th edition of his monthly radio address today
Modi also noted that India is a land of diversities which are not limited to cuisine, lifestyle and
The PM also spoke of how this year's Padma awards have been conferred on unsung heroes
Modi said that those who take the law in their hands or take to violence will not be spared
Modi also hailed the Indian women cricket players' efforts in the World Cup
Modi said because of technological advancement, weather can be predicted with near accuracy now
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Modi saluted the soldiers on behalf of their countrymen for the commitment with which they defend India's borders
Modi said India has participated in about 50 out of 71 UN peacekeeping operations undertaken so far
"Diseases that would earlier occur in old age only are now catching up with children," Modi said