Kumar Bahukhandi
In Short
*Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the promotion of nature farming and the record increase in food grain production in Mann Ki Baat.
*The excellent performance in women’s sports is a proud moment for us – Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
*Mann Ki Baat is not just a program; it has become a celebration of the nation’s collective consciousness – Chief Minister Shri Sai.
*Chhattisgarh has immense potential for nature farming, and our state is also making a significant contribution to the increase in food grain production.
Raipur: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai listened to the 128th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popular monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat’ at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in the capital Raipur on Sunday November 30, 2025 and described it as extremely inspiring.
CM Sai said that ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has become a celebration of the nation’s collective consciousness. Like a guardian, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presents the country’s issues to the countrymen and gives inspirational messages to the nation every month.
Chief Minister Sai said that through “Mann Ki Baat,” Prime Minister Modi recognises innovations, public participation, and outstanding efforts taking place in every corner of the country, thereby honoring those dedicated to nation-building.
Sai said that in today’s program, the Prime Minister’s praised for the record increase in food grain production, advanced honey processing methods in various states, increased honey production, naval empowerment, the Naval Museum, the importance of nature farming, the presentation of the Gita on a public platform for the first time in Saudi Arabia, and the grand celebrations of Gita Mahotsavs held in many countries, including Latvia, are a source of inspiration for all of us.
Chief Minister further Sai said that Chhattisgarh has immense potential for nature farming, and that farmers and young entrepreneurs here can do significant work in this direction. He said that the country’s food grain production has increased, and Chhattisgarh has played a significant role.
Chief Minister Sai added that the useful information shared by the Prime Minister in today’s “Mann Ki Baat” is extremely inspiring.
The Prime Minister mentioned the drone testing in Mars-like conditions by Gen-Z youth in space technology, the inspiring story of the failed Chandrayaan-2 to the successful Chandrayaan-3, the outstanding performance of women athletes, the Gita Mahotsav held in Kurukshetra, the Mahabharata-themed 3D Light and Sound Museum in Kurukshetra, the indigenously designed warship ‘INS Mahe’ dedicated to the nation, the Bhutan trip, the fourth ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’ to be held in Varanasi, winter tourism.winter games, and the innovations and environmental conservation efforts underway across the country under ‘Vocal for Local’.
Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of the world’s most popular leaders and through ‘Mann Ki Baat’, he conveys important information related to cultural, social, and political dimensions to the countrymen. His wealth of experiences teaches us how to make ‘local global.’
Dr. Raman Singh said that today is a special day because Prime Minister Modi himself is present in Raipur, and we had the opportunity to listen to ‘Mann Ki Baat’ during this time.
In his “Mann Ki Baat” address, Prime Minister Modi mentioned the special program organised in the Central Hall on November 26th, Constitution Day. He shared information about the grand beginning of the nationwide events to mark the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the hoisting of the Dharmadhwaja at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on November 25th, and the inauguration of the “Panchjanya” memorial at Jyotisar in Kurukshetra on the same day.
The Prime Minister described the inauguration of the world’s largest Leap Engine MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Hyderabad as a major leap forward in India’s aerospace capabilities.
He also mentioned the induction of INS Mahe, dedicated to the Indian Navy in Mumbai recently , and the new found glory of Skyroot’s “Infinity Campus” in India’s space ecosystem, symbolizing India’s new thinking, innovation, and youth power. India has achieved historic milestones in the agricultural sector. India has achieved a record food grain production of 357 million tons, an increase of 100 million tons compared to ten years ago. The Prime Minister said that India has also performed exceptionally well in sports, and the recent announcement that India will be awarded the Commonwealth Games is a proud moment for the country.
Participation in the International Gita Mahotsav held at Brahmasarovar in Kurukshetra was also particularly significant. He noted that people from many countries in Europe and Central Asia, inspired by the Gita, participated in large numbers. Earlier this month, the Gita was recited on a public stage in Saudi Arabia for the first time, while artists from Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Algeria enthusiastically participated in the festival held in Latvia.
Chhattisgarh Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap, Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade, Skill Development and Technical Education and Employment Minister Khuswant Saheb, Jagdalpur MLA Kiran Singh Deo, Raipur West MLA Rajesh Munat, Raipur Rural MLA Motilal Sahu, MLA Anuj Sharma, former Arang MLA Naveen Markandey, chairmen of various corporations, boards, and commissions, and a large number of dignitaries were present on the ocassion .
