PM Modi, Barack Obama to jointly address 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Barack Obama will jointly address the former's monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' on January 27.

In a series of tweets, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was eagerly looking forward to the special radio programme with President Obama.

"This month's 'Mann Ki Baat' episode will be a special one where our Republic Day guest @BarackObama and I will share our thoughts together. I am eagerly looking forward to the special 'Mann Ki Baat' programme with President @BarackObama, which will be aired on 27th January," said Prime Minister Modi.

The Prime Minister also asked the people to use #AskObamaModi and put in their questions for the programme.

"Mann Ki Baat with President @BarackObama will not be complete without your participation! Send your Qs till the 25th, using #AskObamaModi," tweeted Prime Minister Modi.

He also emphasised that this month's programme will illustrate a special bond between India and the USA.

The Prime Minister also tweeted a link to an open forum on MyGov for people to post their questions.

President Obama will arrive on January 25 for a three-day visit to India. He will be the first American President to be Chief Guest for the Republic Day ceremony.