Mann Ki Baat LIVE updates | MKB has birthed several campaigns: PM Modi in 100th episode

"The Prime Minister's Mann Ki Baat programme is certainly one of the most celebrated, with its hundreds of millions of listeners in more than 50 languages and dialects. However, this book is not just about this extraordinary broadcast – it also a testament to the tremendous power of radio to bring people together," Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, for the Special Book for the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat.

BJP MP Shankar Lalwani organised a 100th Mann Ki Baat live telecast at a multiplex in Indore. "Live telecast of the inspirational 'Mann Ki Baat' program of Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji was organized at multiplex of Indore. On this occasion, prominent citizens of the city, intellectuals, ex-servicemen etc. were present."

माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी के प्रेरणादायक 'मन की बात' कार्यक्रम का लाइव प्रसारण इंदौर के मल्टीप्लेक्स में आयोजित किया।

इस अवसर पर शहर के गणमान्य नागरिक, प्रबुद्धजन , पूर्व सैनिक आदि उपस्थित थे।@PMOIndia @BJP4India @AIRNewsHindi @AkashvaniAIR pic.twitter.com/Ga45MS280K

— Shankar Lalwani - #IndoreAhead (@iShankarLalwani) April 30, 2023

100-year-old Ramben blesses Prime Minister Modi, as she along with other members of the Indian diaspora, listens to the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, in New Zealand's Auckland.

#WATCH | New Zealand | 100-year-old Ramben blesses PM Modi, as she along with other members of the Indian diaspora, listens to the 100th episode of #MannKiBaat, in Auckland. pic.twitter.com/zR0JEmvCoH

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

After the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat aired on Sunday, PM Modi said, "I thank people across India and the world who have tuned in to MannKiBaat100. Truly humbled by the enthusiasm."

I thank people across India and the world who have tuned in to #MannKiBaat100. Truly humbled by the enthusiasm.

I urge all those who heard the programme to share pictures of those special moments. You can do so on the NaMo App or through this link. https://t.co/riv9EpfHvk

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 30, 2023

After listening to the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Interacting with people and connecting with them can be done only by someone who is large-hearted."

#WATCH | Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, after listening to the 100th episode of #MannKiBaat, says, "...Interacting with people and connecting with them can be done only by someone who is large-hearted..." pic.twitter.com/aKILBRlBOO

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded Mann Ki Baat after listening to the 100th episode of the radio programme, saying "Mann Ki Baat has become a social campaign, a mass revolution.

#WATCH | Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, after listening to the 100th episode of #MannKiBaat, says, "Mann Ki Baat has become a social campaign, a mass revolution..." pic.twitter.com/4AgUgs4YWN

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauded PM Modi's 100th Mann Ki Baat episode from New Jersey, saying, "Mann Ki Baat has an enormous impact not because radio is 100 years old. But because there is an emotional connection with the country... Only PM Modi has revived radio in today's age where everybody is trapped in their phones and laptops. There is an emotional connection of the PM with the country. He has a very unique bonding with the people of India."

#LIVE | External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauds PM Modi's 100th Mann Ki Baat episode from New Jersey.#MannKiBaat100 #PMModi #MannKiBaat #NarendraModi

Tune in here - https://t.co/vlVUCzcUKm pic.twitter.com/M8bV1SZsnd

— Republic (@republic) April 30, 2023

PM Modi said, "I always say that before going on tourism in foreign countries, we should visit at least 15 tourist destinations of our country and these destinations should not be of the state where you live, they should be of any other state outside your state."

PM Modi expressed his gratitude for making Mann Ki Baat a successful programme. "Today, I would also like to thank the colleagues of All India Radio who record this entire program with great patience. I am also thankful to those translators who translate 'Mann Ki Baat' into different regional languages ​​with great speed in a very short time. I also thank the colleagues of Doordarshan and MyGov... I express my gratitude to all the TV channels, and electronic media people across the country, who show 'Mann Ki Baat' without commercial breaks and lastly, I would also like to express my gratitude to those who have held the command of 'Mann Ki Baat'-- the people of India, the people who have faith in India. All this has been possible only because of your inspiration and strength."

Expressing his view at the 100th Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, "For me 'Mann Ki Baat' is not just a program, for me, it is a matter of faith, of worship, or Vrat. When people go to worship God, they bring along a Thaal of Prasad. For me, 'Mann Ki Baat' is like a Thaal of Prasad at the feet of God in the form of Janata-Janardan, my people."

"I'm glad that Mann Ki Baat has covered various stories of women empowerment, such as the women of Deora village in Chhattisgarh, tribal women in Tamil Nadu making terracotta cups, and women rejuvenating Vellore Lake. Mann Ki Baat has showcased stories of talented individuals across diverse fields, from promoting Aatmanirbhar Bharat to Make in India and space startups. The mission to re-establish our toy industry began with Mann Ki Baat," PM Modi said.

UNESCO Director-General joins Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, sends a special message.

Addressing the nation via Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, "I started the campaign 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' from Haryana itself. The 'Selfie with Daughter' campaign influenced me a lot and I mentioned it in my episode. Soon this 'Selfie with Daughter' campaign became global. The motive of this campaign was to make people understand the importance of daughter in one's life."

PM Modi hails Aatmanirbhar Bharat efforts by citizens, speaks to woman entrepreneur Bijayashanti from Manipur.

#LIVE | PM Modi hails Aatmanirbhar Bharat efforts by citizens, speaks to woman entrepreneur Bijayashanti from Manipur.#MannKiBaat100 #PMModi #MannKiBaat #NarendraModi

Tune in here - https://t.co/vlVUCzcUKm pic.twitter.com/36mJLhJIMR

— Republic (@republic) April 30, 2023

The Prime Minister said, "People from every corner of the country and all age groups joined 'Mann Ki Baat'. Whether it is about Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, or the Swachh Bharat movement, love for Khadi or nature, whether it is the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav or Amrit Sarovar, any subject with which 'Mann Ki Baat' got associated, turned into a mass movement, and you people have made it so."

PM Modi speaks to Manzoor Ahmed of Jammu & Kashmir, who helped generate employment in the valley by promoting the pencil slate industry.

#LIVE | PM Modi speaks to Manzoor Ahmed of Jammu & Kashmir, who helped generate employment in the valley by promoting the pencil slate industry.#MannKiBaat100 #PMModi #MannKiBaat #NarendraModi

Tune in here - https://t.co/vlVUCzcUKm pic.twitter.com/ueCPJK7TK7

— Republic (@republic) April 30, 2023

PM Modi said, "Many times while reading your letters, I got emotional, filled with emotions, got carried away with emotions and then managed to control myself. You have congratulated me on the 100th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', but I say from the bottom of my heart, in fact, all of you are the listeners of 'Mann Ki Baat', our countrymen, who deserve congratulations."

PM Narendra Modi said, "In 2014, after coming to Delhi, I realised that the work functioning is quite different. I used to feel empty and alone in the earlier days. Mann Ki Baat gave me a solution to this problem... Every month I read letters from my countrymen. I never feel that I am away from you... Mann Ki Baat programme is a reflection of 'Mann Ki Baat' of crores of Indians, it is an expression of their feelings."

Addressing the 100th Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, "On October 3, 2014, on Vijayadashmi, we started the journey of Mann Ki Baat. We celebrate people's participation in Mann Ki Baat... It feels surreal that we have come for far."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat.

#MannKiBaat100 | 100th episode of PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat now #LIVE. #PMModi #MannKiBaat #NarendraModi

Tune in here to watch the historic address - https://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/MfkEgegAms

— Republic (@republic) April 30, 2023

Young Khelo India player Tanu narrates the joy she felt after being named by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mann Ki Baat.

#MannKiBaat100 | Young Khelo India player Tanu narrates the joy she felt after being named by PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat. Republic is rolling #LIVE ahead of the historic 100th episode.#PMModi #MannKiBaat #NarendraModi

Tune in here - https://t.co/fop6DDo0xE pic.twitter.com/wjEhv3jv10

— Republic (@republic) April 30, 2023

Watch the 100th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' LIVE on Republic. 

The Government of India will release a special commemorative coin of ₹100 to mark the completion of 100 episodes of the monthly radio program Mann Ki Baat on April 30. The coin will only be coined at the Mint for the issue and will have Lion Capital of Ashoka on the front while an image of the microphone on the back. (Read full story)

Ahead of the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said, "It might be called 'Mann Ki Baat' but actually it is 'Jan Jan Ki Baat'. This is about several people in the country who used to work hard without recognition."

#WATCH | Ahead of the 100th episode of #MannKiBaat, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says, "...It might be called 'Mann Ki Baat' but actually it is 'Jan Jan Ki Baat'. This is about several people in the country who used to work hard without recognition..." pic.twitter.com/nDpJdM16Ej

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) April 30, 2023

The BJP is going all out to make the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast an "unprecedented" mass outreach programme and will make arrangements at 100 venues on average in every assembly constituency across the country for people to listen to it.

The saffron party said that it will make arrangements at around four lakh places across the country for people to hear Modi's address, with party president JP Nadda overseeing the entire exercise to make it a "historic" success.

Lauding PM Modi and Mann Ki Baat, BJP national president JP Nadda said, "Mann Ki Baat reaching 100th episode and its popularity among people indicate that people have appreciated it and PM Modi has contributed towards social causes."

#WATCH | Karnataka | "#MannKiBaat reaching 100th episode and its popularity among people indicate that people have appreciated it and PM Modi has contributed towards social causes," says BJP national president JP Nadda pic.twitter.com/rPVr5K9H8K

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said, "Mann Ki Baat is an iconic feature in itself. I think it's for the first time in the history of our memory that any Head of Govt had chosen to address his countrymen regularly month after month without break. He did so far 100 episodes."

#WATCH | London, UK | Indian community to host special broadcast of 100th episode of #MannKiBaat

Union Minister Jitendra Singh says, "Mann Ki Baat is an iconic feature in itself. I think, it's for the first time in the history of our memory that any Head of Govt had chosen to… pic.twitter.com/LlrsxKrtKR

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Sunday said that she will listen to the 100th Mann Ki Baat from her Lok Sabha constituency. "I’m tuning in from Salon Vidhan Sabha, District Rae Bareli, Lok Sabha Amethi," she said. 

I’m tuning in from Salon Vidhan Sabha, District Rae Bareli , Lok Sabha Amethi . Where would you be for #MannKiBaat100 ? Join us as we celebrate this historic journey with @narendramodi ji at 11 AM today 🙏 https://t.co/tmxEsHM1Ro

— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) April 30, 2023

Microsoft founder Bill Gates on Saturday congratulated PM Modi ahead of the 100th Mann Ki Baat episode and stated the radio programme led to many action-oriented initiatives in India. (Read full story)

Speaking to ANI ahead of the 100th Mann Ki Baat episode, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said, "What started out as a unique, unprecedented, new innovation has suddenly, over a period of time, become a phenomenal outreach program where the Head of Govt, PM Modi communicates & interacts with segments of the population in a direct manner which has a resonance with the audience."

#WATCH | #MannkiBaat100Episode | Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri says, "...What started out as a unique, unprecedented, new innovation has suddenly, over a period of time, become a phenomenal outreach program where the Head of Govt, PM Modi communicates & interacts with… pic.twitter.com/3qszYUNBcg

— ANI (@ANI) April 30, 2023

Ahead of Mann Ki Baat's 100th episode, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "The 100th episode of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' program will be aired today at 11.00 am. This program has become a milestone in the world of mass communication. By establishing direct contact with the countrymen through this programme, Modi has not only made them aware of many subjects but has also inspired them."

"Be it the topic of cleanliness, encouraging Covid warriors, inspiring Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao, Make in India or water conservation, Modiji left political issues and joined public life. He has put his point very effectively on almost every aspect," he added.

प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi के ‘मन की बात’ कार्यक्रम का सौवाँ एपिसोड, आज सुबह 11.00 बजे प्रसारित होगा। जनसंवाद की दुनिया में यह कार्यक्रम, एक मील का पत्थर बन चुका है। इस कार्यक्रम के माध्यम से मोदीजी ने देशवासियों से सीधा संपर्क स्थापित करके, उन्हें अनेक विषयों पर न केवल…

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) April 30, 2023

Taking to his Twitter, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "PM Narendra Modi Ji's 'Mann Ki Baat' is a platform for democratic expression. Today, this historic program will mark its 100th episode." He said that he will hear the radio programme with BJP leaders and workers in Mumbai.

PM @narendramodi Ji's 'Mann Ki Baat' is a platform for democratic expression. Today, this historic program will mark its 100th episode. I will be listening to it with our leaders and Karyakartas in Mumbai. #MannKiBaat100 https://t.co/xhp2kVP8pY

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) April 30, 2023

Ahead of the historic 100th Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi on Sunday said, "This has been a truly special journey, in which we have celebrated the collective spirit of the people of India and highlighted inspiring life journeys."

Do tune in at 11 AM for #MannKiBaat100. This has been a truly special journey, in which we have celebrated the collective spirit of the people of India and highlighted inspiring life journeys. pic.twitter.com/FL0vCy9P15

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 30, 2023

Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Sunday asked the citizens to watch Mann Ki Baat's 100th episode. He also said that Mann Ki Baat which started as a monologue, soon became ‘Bharat Ki Baat’. "Once started as a monologue, it soon became ‘Bharat Ki Baat’, a perfect vox populi representing aspirations, ideas and achievements of people of India," he tweeted.

Tune in your radio to witness a historic moment as the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ episode is going to hit the century mark today. Once started as a monologue, it soon became ‘Bharat Ki Baat’, a perfect vox populi representing aspirations, ideas and achievements of people of India. ‘Mann Ki…

— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) April 30, 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be holding a national conclave named 'Mann Ki Baat @100' to celebrate the record episode. The event will witness renowned people from different sectors about whom PM Modi mentioned in his previous episodes. At the event, the guests will share their views and opinions on several topics related to the progress of India. (Read full story)

In a historic moment, the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ will be broadcast live at the United Nations headquarters in New York.  “Get ready for a historic moment as the 100th episode of PM Modi’s "Mann Ki Baat" is set to go live on April 30th in Trusteeship Council Chamber at @UN HQ!” the Permanent Mission of India to the UN said in a tweet.

Get ready for a historic moment 🎉 as the 100th episode of PM Modi's "Mann Ki Baat"🎙️ is set to go live on April 30th in Trusteeship Council Chamber at @UN HQ!

📻 #MannKiBaat has become a monthly national tradition, inspiring millions to participate in 🇮🇳’s developmental journey pic.twitter.com/6ji4t1flmu

— India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) April 28, 2023

As the 100th episode of PM Modi's monthly radio show-- ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is all set to be broadcast worldwide, the government has released a video showing how PM Modi recorded the historic 100th episode of his radio programme.

Behind the scenes!

PM @narendramodi's 100th #MannKiBaat recording - pic.twitter.com/4ybY1aAVwP

— Mann Ki Baat Updates मन की बात अपडेट्स (@mannkibaat) April 29, 2023

 Here are major announcements made ahead of 100 episodes of Mann Ki Baat: 

• Nov 2, 2014- In the second episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi announced a scholarship for specially-abled students who want to pursue technical education.
• Dec 14, 2014- The United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day on December 12 at the request of PM Modi.
• March 22, 2015- PM Modi addressed the farmers of the country and promised to solve their issues of irrigation, electricity, roads in villages.
• May 31, 2015- PM Modi, on the completion of his government's one year, revealed that more than eight crore and 52 lakh citizens registered for the PM Suraksha Bima Yojna (PMSBY), PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojna (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojna (APY) in just 20 days of their introduction.
• May 22, 2016- PM Modi talked about moving toward a cashless society by using Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile.
• February 26, 2017- PM Modi urged the citizens to use and promote the BHIM app developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
• March 26, 2017- PM Modi announced that the Centre has now made it mandatory to allow 26 weeks of maternity leave to working women instead of 12 weeks.
• March 29, 2020- Following the nationwide lockdown on March 24 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PM Modi requested Indians to be confined within their homes. 
• January 31, 2021- PM Modi urged the citizens to participate in the world's biggest vaccination drive which began on January 16.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat will witness the completion of its 100 episodes on April 30. The radio programme which began on October 3, 2014, has garnered a lot of popularity where PM Modi addresses various issues related to the development of the country. From 2014 to 2023, discussions have also been raised on various matters after they were flagged by PM Modi, be it from Digital India to Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, or from Kargil War to the attack in Uri. (Read full story)