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Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade joins senior citizens to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ at the government old-age home in Manav Basti, Raipur, on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Photo: channel24india.com via CG/DPR.
Prime Minister’s message highlights women’s contributions to natural farming, support for local products and public participation in cleanliness and environmental protection.
Key Highlights
- Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade joins elderly residents at a government old-age home in Raipur.
- Participants listen to the 139th edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’.
- The broadcast recognises women’s role in natural and organic farming.
- Citizens are encouraged to buy local products ahead of Deepavali.
- Cleanliness, pollution reduction and the constructive role of young people feature in the programme.
Raipur: Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade joins senior citizens at the government old-age home in Manav Basti, Raipur, to listen to the 139th edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The broadcast highlights women’s empowerment, natural and organic farming, cleanliness, locally made products and the positive contribution of young people to society.
The Minister listens to the programme alongside elderly residents as the Prime Minister discusses initiatives connecting livelihoods, environmental protection and community participation.
Women’s Contribution to Sustainable Farming
During the broadcast, Modi appreciates the contribution of women to natural and organic farming, recognising their role in protecting the soil from the harmful effects of chemical-intensive cultivation.
He highlights how women’s increasing participation in agriculture and livelihood activities supports their economic empowerment while strengthening environmental conservation.
The message draws attention to the connection between women’s work, sustainable agricultural practices and the well-being of communities.
Appeal to Choose Local Products This Deepavali
Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade and elderly residents listen to messages on women’s empowerment, natural farming and support for local products during ‘Mann Ki Baat’ at the government old-age home in Manav Basti, Raipur, on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Photo: channel24india.com via CG/DPR.
With Deepavali and the festive season approaching, the Prime Minister encourages citizens to purchase locally made products and strengthen the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative.
The appeal places local producers and enterprises at the centre of festive purchasing, encouraging people to support livelihoods within their communities.
The broadcast also stresses the importance of maintaining cleanliness and reducing pollution during celebrations, linking festive enthusiasm with responsibility towards the environment.
Youth Encouraged to Play a Constructive Role
The programme also discusses the positive role of Generation Z and young people in society.
Youth participation features alongside messages on women’s empowerment, environmental protection and support for local enterprise, highlighting the contribution different sections of society can make through everyday action.
Public Participation at the Heart of the Programme
Describing ‘Mann Ki Baat’ as a means of connecting with public participation and the collective strength of the people, the Prime Minister says the programme gives him an opportunity to communicate with citizens as a member of their families.
At the Raipur old-age home, Rajwade and the elderly residents listen together to messages encouraging community involvement in sustainable livelihoods, cleanliness and environmental care.
