New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat.’
He extended his wishes on Dussehra and stated that it is also a festival of victory of patience over crises. He urged people to celebrate festivals with restraint and to remember the resolve of ‘vocal for local’ while shopping.
“Today is the festival of Vijay Dashmi, i.e. Dussehra. I extend my best wishes to all of you on this auspicious occasion. This festival of Dussehra is the festival of victory of truth over untruth. But at the same, it is also a festival of victory of patience over crises. Today, all of you are living with great restraint, celebrating festivals with modesty. Therefore, in the battle, we are fighting (against COVID-19), victory is certain,” Prime Minister said in his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’.
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# We laud the hardworking people of Pulwama for their efforts.
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# We will mark the Jayanti of Sardar Patel on 31st October. During the previous episodes of #MannKiBaat, we have discussed at length the great personality of Sardar Patel.
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# When are proud of our heritage, the world takes note of it. There are many such examples and a prime example is Indian tradition of martial arts.
# This time, amid the enthusiasm of festival, when you go shopping make sure to remember your resolve of ‘vocal for local.’ When purchasing goods from market give priority to local products: Prime Minister
# Dussehra is also a festival of victory of patience over crises. Today, all of you are living with great restraint, celebrating festivals with modesty. Therefore, in the COVID19 battle, we are fighting, victory is certain: PM Modi
#An interesting example from Mexico that showcases the popularity of Khadi.
# Glad to see record Khadi sales at the Khadi Store in Delhi.
# The world is taking note of our products. One major example is Khadi.
# Caring for those who care for us.
# This festive season- let us be VOCAL FOR LOCAL.
# PM Modi conveyed greetings on Vijayadashami.
Earlier on October 10, Prime Minister Modi had invited suggestions from the people, for the 70th edition of the programme.
“#MannKiBaat presents a great opportunity to share inspiring journeys of outstanding citizens and discuss themes that power societal change. This month’s programme will take place on the 25th. Share your ideas on the NaMo App, MyGov or record your message,” PM Modi had tweeted.
