In the 112th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi began by celebrating the success of Indian students at the International Mathematics Olympiad, where they won four Gold and one Silver medal. He spoke with the top performers—Aditya Venkat Ganesh, Siddharth Chopra, Arjun Gupta, Kanav Talwar, Rushil Mathur, and Anando Bhaduri—who shared their experiences and insights. They highlighted the importance of understanding mathematical concepts deeply and the role of family support in their achievements.
The PM then shifted focus to Charaideo Maidam in Assam, which has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list as India’s 43rd site and the first from the Northeast. Charaideo Maidam, the ancient burial mounds of the Ahom dynasty, symbolizes respect for ancestors and the enduring legacy of a once-mighty empire.
He also introduced Project PARI (Public Art of India), which aims to enhance public spaces with artistic works and promote Indian culture. The initiative supports artists creating murals and installations, notably in urban areas like Delhi.
Modi highlighted the success of handloom and Khadi industries, noting that Khadi sales have surged by 400%, creating new job opportunities, especially for women. He encouraged people to embrace and promote local handloom products.
Addressing conservation, the PM praised efforts like “Kulhadi Band Panchayat” and “Baagh Mitr Karykram” for protecting tigers and their habitats. He emphasized the increase in India’s tiger population, which now holds 70% of the world’s tigers.
Finally, as Independence Day approaches, Modi urged citizens to participate in the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan’ by displaying the national flag and sharing selfies with it, fostering national pride and unity.
