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Prime Minister’s Address in the 124th Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 27th July in the 124th episode of Mann Ki Baat, touched upon India’s remarkable achievements in science, sports, culture, and public participation. His address celebrated the spirit of innovation, heritage, self-reliance, and collective progress.
The Prime Minister began by expressing national pride at the successful return of astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla from space. His safe landing was an emotional and proud moment for the country. PM Modi recalled the enthusiasm generated by Chandrayaan-3’s success in August 2023, which sparked scientific curiosity in children across India. He shared how children now aspire to become space scientists, a clear reflection of growing scientific temperament.
The INSPIRE-MANAK Abhiyan, which promotes innovation among school students, has seen participation double post-Chandrayaan. Under this program, five students per school submit innovative ideas. With over 200 space start-ups now operating in India—compared to fewer than 50 five years ago—the PM highlighted India’s rising status in space entrepreneurship.
He also encouraged citizens to celebrate National Space Day on 23rd August creatively and to share their ideas through the NaMo App.
Olympiads and Academic Brilliance
India’s academic talents were also applauded. Four Indian students—Devesh Pankaj, Sandeep Kuchi, Debdutt Priyadarshi, and Ujjwal Kesari—won medals at the International Chemistry Olympiad. In the International Mathematical Olympiad held in Australia, Indian students secured 3 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze medal. India is also preparing to host the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Mumbai, with participation from over 60 countries.
The Prime Minister stressed that India is progressing in both the Olympics and Olympiads, symbolizing holistic national development.
UNESCO Recognition of Maratha Forts
PM Shri Narendra Modi proudly announced that UNESCO has recognized 12 Maratha forts as World Heritage Sites—11 in Maharashtra and 1 in Tamil Nadu. These forts, such as Salher, Shivneri, Pratapgarh, Raigad, Khanderi, and Vijaydurg, represent India’s rich history, resilience, and valor, especially under the leadership of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister emphasized that each stone of these forts tells a story of bravery and sacrifice.
He also acknowledged other majestic forts across India, including Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Amer, and Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, Gulbarga and Chitradurga in Karnataka, and Kalinjar, Jhansi, and Gwalior in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. He urged citizens to visit these historic sites and embrace the sense of national pride they inspire.
Remembering Freedom Fighters
The PM paid tribute to Khudiram Bose, the young revolutionary hanged by the British at the age of 18. His fearlessness and sacrifice became a symbol of India’s freedom struggle.
August- a month of revolution
• 1st August – Death anniversary of Lokmanya Tilak
• 8th August – Start of the Quit India Movement
• 14th August – Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
• 15th August – Independence Day
Handloom Success and Self-Reliant India
Referring to National Handloom Day on 7th August, the Prime Minister marked the 10th anniversary of its observance. Inspired by the Swadeshi Movement of 1905, today’s handloom sector is witnessing a renaissance.
He shared the stories of:
• Kavita Dhawale from Maharashtra, who scaled up her Paithani saree business.
• 650 tribal women in Odisha who revived the Santhali saree.
• Naveen Kumar from Nalanda, Bihar, whose family has adapted modern techniques while preserving tradition.
With over 3,000 textile start-ups now operating, PM Modi underlined how the textile sector blends India’s cultural identity with economic empowerment. He urged citizens to support the ‘Vocal for Local’ movement as a key pillar of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Preserving Manuscript Heritage
PM Modi lauded Mani Maran from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, for his efforts to teach Tamil palm-leaf manuscript reading. His evening classes have attracted youth and researchers, who now study traditional medicine systems rooted in ancient texts.
To support such efforts, the government has launched the ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’ to digitize ancient manuscripts and create a National Digital Repository, opening access to India’s knowledge heritage for the world.
11 Years of Swachh Bharat Mission
PM Shri Narendra Modi celebrated 11 years of the Swachh Bharat Mission, noting its evolution into a mass movement. In the 2025 Swachh Survey, over 4,500 cities and 15 crore people participated.
He concluded by saying, “We will meet again next month with more achievements and inspirations of our countrymen.”
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“Mann ki Baat” is not just a radio program, but has become
a source of inspiration for nation-building: JP Nadda
BJP National President listens to “Mann ki Baat” in New Delhi
BJP National President and Union Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda listened to the 124th edition of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s popular program ‘Mann Ki Baat’ with BJP office bearers and Karyakartas at Defence Colony Mandal in New Delhi on 27 July 2025. On this occasion, BJP National Vice President Shri Baijayant Jai Panda, BJP National General Secretary Shri Vinod Tawde, and other leaders were present with him.
On this occasion, Shri Nadda said the program ‘Mann Ki Baat’ of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji is not just a radio program, but has become a source of inspiration for public communication and nation building. Shri Narendra Modi has shared with the people of the country the scientific achievements of India, cultural heritage, memories of the freedom struggle, and the mantra of self-reliant India, like ‘Vocal for Local’. While Shri Narendra Modi talked about the interest of the youth in science by mentioning Shubhanshu Shukla’s space journey, he expressed pride in India’s valour and culture by keeping before the country the announcement of the inclusion of 12 Maratha forts in the World Heritage List by UNESCO. Also, the Prime Minister took the concept of Self-Reliant India to the people through inspirational stories related to indigenous clothes and the life story of fishermen of Gumla in Jharkhand.
The BJP National President said that the 11-year journey of ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’ and the participation of women, youth, and various sections of the society in it have proved that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Swachh Bharat is today paving the way for social change by becoming a mass movement. Shri Nadda called upon all the workers to spread the ideas expressed in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ to the people, increase public participation at the local level and become a part of the resolve to build a “Developed India”.