During the broadcast, the Prime Minister recalled Bhagat Singh\u2019s unmatched courage, citing the letter he wrote before his execution in which he demanded to be treated as a prisoner of war. \u201cThis indomitable spirit continues to inspire our youth to put national interest above everything,\u201d he said. He also remembered Lata Mangeshkar, whose melodious voice and patriotic songs stirred generations, and shared his personal bond with her, recalling how she sent him a rakhi every year.<\/p>\n
The address also celebrated the extraordinary feat of two women officers of the Indian Navy, Lieutenant Commander Dilna and Lieutenant Commander Roopa, who successfully completed the Navika Sagar Parikrama<\/em>. Over 238 days, they circumnavigated the globe in a sailboat, covering 47,500 kilometers and hoisting the tricolor at Point Nemo\u2014the remotest spot on Earth. The Prime Minister praised their determination, noting that their journey was harder than summiting Mount Everest and rarer than reaching space.<\/p>\n Both officers spoke briefly during the program, recounting their grueling training, the storms they braved in the Southern Ocean, and their moment of pride when they unfurled the national flag at Point Nemo. They credited teamwork and the Navy\u2019s rigorous preparation for their success, while urging India\u2019s young women to dream big and break barriers.<\/p>\n Chief Minister Sai, inspired by their account, said that their achievement reflects the limitless potential of India\u2019s daughters. \u201cThe bravery and resolve of Lieutenant Commander Dilna and Roopa are a matter of immense pride for the nation. They prove that with courage and discipline, no goal is beyond reach,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n The Prime Minister also highlighted cultural traditions, noting that the government is working to secure UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status for Chhath Puja, which, like Kolkata\u2019s Durga Puja, has already become a global festival. He emphasized the role of cultural preservation, citing efforts by entrepreneurs who are blending tradition with innovation\u2014from herbal-dyed clothing in Tamil Nadu to tribal weaving initiatives in Jharkhand and Mithila painting enterprises empowering rural women in Bihar.<\/p>\n In his Raipur address following the broadcast, CM Sai echoed the Prime Minister\u2019s call for Atmanirbhar Bharat<\/em>, stressing the importance of adopting swadeshi products. He pointed out that under GST reforms, citizens have benefitted from reduced tax rates on essential goods, vehicles, farm equipment, and machinery. \u201cWhen we choose swadeshi, we are not just buying goods. We are carrying home a family\u2019s hope, a craftsman\u2019s labor, and an entrepreneur\u2019s dream,\u201d he said, urging people to make Vocal for Local<\/em> their festive shopping mantra.<\/p>\n The Prime Minister also underscored the rising popularity of khadi, which has seen record sales in recent years, urging citizens to purchase khadi products on Gandhi Jayanti as a tribute to Bapu\u2019s ideals. CM Sai joined the appeal, saying khadi has become both a symbol of heritage and a modern lifestyle choice.<\/p>\n The episode also touched upon upcoming festivals including Vijayadashami, which this year marks 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The Prime Minister reflected on the Sangh\u2019s century-long journey of service and sacrifice, attributing its resilience to its core value of putting the nation first. He also remembered Maharishi Valmiki ahead of his Jayanti, emphasizing his role in shaping India\u2019s cultural ethos through the Ramayan.<\/p>\n Further, the Prime Minister paid tributes to eminent cultural figures\u2014singer Zubeen Garg of Assam, philosopher S.L. Bhyrappa of Karnataka, and the contributions of the Paris-based Sauntkh Mandapa Institute in popularizing Indian dance globally. He also praised Sri Lankan artists for translating Bhupen Hazarika\u2019s iconic song Manuhe-Manuhar Baba<\/em> into Tamil and Sinhala, demonstrating the global resonance of Indian music.<\/p>\n As the festive season approaches, the Prime Minister called upon citizens to combine celebrations with cleanliness drives, reminding them that Swachhata<\/em> must go beyond individual homes to neighborhoods, markets, and villages. He urged people to make Diwali truly special by pledging to support swadeshi goods, thereby advancing both self-reliance and sustainability.<\/p>\n The Raipur event concluded with CM Sai offering greetings for Navratri and Diwali, reiterating that Mann Ki Baat<\/em>continues to serve as a mirror of India\u2019s cultural pride, people\u2019s achievements, and collective aspirations. The gathering was attended by MLA Purandar Mishra, CGMSC Chairman Deepak Mhaske, Minority Commission Chairman Amarjeet Chhabra, and several other dignitaries and citizens, who joined in listening to the Prime Minister\u2019s monthly broadcast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" From cultural pride to women\u2019s courage at sea, from Khadi to GST reliefs\u2014PM\u2019s address resonates with people; CM Sai echoes the message of Swadeshi and self-reliance in Raipur gathering<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3794,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thefrontpage24.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dc2731b8-1be6-4bc2-9795-bc218db35f79-1024x581.jpeg\")
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