Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' Address Highlights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted several significant initiatives and cultural milestones in his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' radio address.

150th Anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'

• Vande Mataram: Celebrating 150 years of the national song by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, first sung by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896.
• Commemoration Activities: Various programs will be organized nationwide to honor the song and its values for future generations.

Environmental and Social Initiatives

• Mangrove Revival: Efforts in Gujarat to restore mangrove ecosystems.
• Garbage Cafes: Innovative cafes in Chhattisgarh aimed at waste management and social welfare.
• Lake Revitalization: Initiatives in Bengaluru to rejuvenate local lakes.

Indigenous Dog Breeds

• Paramilitary Forces: BSF and CRPF are integrating Indian dog breeds such as Rampur Hounds and Mudhol Hounds into their units.
• Indigenous Breeds' Achievements: A Mudhol Hound excelled in a competition, and a CRPF dog detected explosives in Chhattisgarh.

Coffee Cultivation in India

• Koraput, Odisha: Coffee cultivation is providing economic benefits to local communities.
• Indian Coffee Diversity: Coffee from various regions in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala is gaining global popularity.

Cultural Revival of Sanskrit

• Sanskrit on Social Media: Young people are using social media to engage with and teach Sanskrit, revitalizing the language.
• Content Creator Yash Salunke: Noted for creating Sanskrit content related to cricket, gaining popularity online.