PM Shri Modi Gives National Recognition to Citizens’ Extraordinary Work and Innovations: CM Shri Sai

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai Listens to the 139th Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ with Former Union Minister Smt. Smriti Irani and Shri Siddharth Shambhu in Abhanpur

Regular Mentions of Chhattisgarh’s Culture, Traditions and Innovations in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ Are a Matter of Pride for the State: Chief Minister Shri Sai

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai listened to the 139th episode of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s popular monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ at Agrawal Bhavan in Abhanpur, Raipur district on Sunday. He was accompanied by former Union Minister Smt Smriti Irani and Shri Siddharth Shambhu.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that ‘Mann Ki Baat’ honours the nation’s collective strength and serves as a powerful medium for Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to connect personally with 140 crore citizens. Through the programme, the Prime Minister gives national recognition to the extraordinary efforts of citizens doing remarkable work in social service, environmental protection, culture, innovation and public service. Such inspiring examples encourage people to undertake new initiatives for society and the nation.

The Chief Minister said it is a matter of pride for every citizen of Chhattisgarh that the Prime Minister has prominently featured the state’s rich culture, tribal traditions, sporting talent and efforts in water conservation, nutrition and innovation in various episodes of ‘Mann Ki Baat’. By mentioning the Bastar Olympics and Bastar Pandum, he has given national recognition to Bastar’s sporting talent and rich tribal culture. Bastar, which is now progressing towards peace, trust and development, is building a new identity through its young talent and cultural heritage.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has also praised the innovative ‘Five Per Cent Model’ for water conservation in Koriya district, under which farmers construct small recharge ponds on five per cent of their land to collect rainwater. Besides supporting irrigation, this also promotes groundwater conservation. Similarly, references to the copper plates of historic Malhar and nutrition initiatives such as ‘Har Ghar Munga’ bring Chhattisgarh’s distinct identity to the national stage.

In the 139th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi reflected on the programme’s 12-year journey and appreciated the hard work, service and dedication of citizens across the country. He highlighted inspiring efforts such as women’s empowerment through natural cotton cultivation and weaving in Punjab, the revival of the Heval River in Uttarakhand, global recognition for local products and the growing popularity of khadi.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi urged citizens to give preference to products made by local artisans during festivals and promote ‘Vocal for Local’. He also highlighted e-Sanjeevani, modern research, young people’s deep-tech startups, the cultivation of Shri Anna and the importance of organ donation. He called for participation in the ‘Run for Unity’ on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary and conveyed a message of cleanliness and stronger social unity.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that the Prime Minister’s thoughts inspire people to learn from the positive work being done around them and fulfil their responsibilities towards society and the nation with dedication. ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has played an important role in encouraging people to take part in cleanliness, environmental protection, water conservation, the promotion of local products, innovation, service and public participation.

He said that a developed Chhattisgarh has an important role in building a developed India. Public participation, innovation and dedication to duty are essential to realising Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s resolve for a developed India. These collective efforts will take Chhattisgarh and the country to new heights of development.

Raipur MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, MP Smt. Laxmi Verma, Abhanpur MLA Shri Indra Kumar Sahu, other public representatives and a large number of local citizens were present on the occasion.