Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday listened to the 123rd edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' program at the Chief Minister's residence.
Following the program, CM Dhami said that the Prime Minister had inspired the countrymen with important topics like yoga, social unity, service spirit, and women empowerment. “The International Yoga Day, organised on June 21, once again demonstrated that yoga has made its special identity not only in India but all over the world,” he said.
He expressed pride in the achievements of the country, citing recognition from international organisations. “He expressed pride in the achievements of the country being declared trachoma-free by the World Health Organisation and bringing 64 per cent of the population under social security in the report of the International Labour Organisation,” CM Dhami said.
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India has achieved significant progress in health and social security. He also appreciated the spirit of collective service highlighted in the 'Mann Ki Baat' episode, the practice of meeting during religious pilgrimages, and the push to promote local products.
He said, “This program embodies the ideal of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'” and urged the people of Uttarakhand to adopt the messages of the program in their daily lives to contribute to a self-reliant and prosperous India.
During the broadcast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on “Women Led Development” and shared several examples from across India to highlight women’s achievements.
“The mantra of 'Women Led Development' is ready to create a new future for India. Our mothers, sisters, and daughters are today lending a new direction not only for themselves but for the entire society. You will also feel good when you come to know about the success of the women of Bhadrachalam in Telangana. These women once worked as labourers in the fields. They used to work hard all day for their livelihoods,” PM Modi said.
He highlighted how these women from Telangana, who once worked in fields, are now making products distributed from Hyderabad to London. “Those pads were distributed to nearby schools and offices at a very low price. He noted that these women joined a Self-Help Group and received training for the same.”
PM Modi also shared an example from Karnataka. “The achievement of the women of Kalaburgi in Karnataka is also excellent. They have made jowar roti a brand. In the cooperative that they have formed, more than 3,000 rotis are being made every day. The aroma of these rotis is no longer limited to the village. A special counter has been opened in Bengaluru. Orders are coming in over online food platforms. Kalaburgi roti is now reaching the kitchens of big cities. This has had a great impact on these women; their income is increasing,” he said.
He further mentioned an inspiring story from Madhya Pradesh. “These stories from different states have different faces. But their glow is the same. This is the glow of self-confidence, of self-reliance. One such face is Suma Uike from Madhya Pradesh. Suma Ji's efforts are very commendable. She took training in mushroom farming and animal husbandry by joining the Self Help Group in Katangi block of Balaghat district. Thus, she found her path to self-reliance. When Suma Uike's income increased, she also expanded her work. This journey that started with a tiny effort has now expanded to 'Didi Canteen' and 'Thermal Therapy Centre'. In every corner of the country, countless such women are changing their fate and that of the country.”