Angul: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan was spotted listening to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ in Angul, Odisha. The gesture showcases the minister’s commitment to staying connected with the PM’s vision and initiatives.
PM Modi on Sunday said that he will hand over his social media accounts to women achievers on March 8 to celebrate International Women’s Day. These women will share their experiences and achievements through his platforms.
#WATCH | Odisha: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan listens to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat’, in Angul. pic.twitter.com/tNriweIaNr
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Celebrating women’s achievements
In his Mann Ki Baat address, Modi praised the increasing participation of women in various fields and called for celebrating their strength and determination. He had made a similar gesture in 2020, giving control of his accounts to seven prominent women.
Modi, one of the most followed leaders on social media, also spoke about the rising issue of obesity in India. He said that one in eight people now suffers from obesity, with cases doubling in recent years. The situation is worse among children, where obesity has increased four times.
Promoting healthier lifestyle choices
To promote healthier habits, Modi urged people to reduce their oil consumption by 10%. He suggested challenging 10 others to do the same, creating a chain of healthier choices. The prime minister also shared audio messages from famous personalities, including Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, encouraging people to take steps against obesity.
Apart from that, Modi invited people to try “one day as a scientist” by visiting research labs or planetariums on National Science Day. He also advised students preparing for board exams to stay happy and stress-free, noting that the new format of Pariksha Pe Charcha has received positive feedback.
