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PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat highlights farmers, artisans, organ donation; Saini

Panchkula, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 139th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday highlighted sustainable agriculture, traditional industries, organ donation and digital healthcare, with Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini joining residents in Panchkula to listen to the monthly radio address.
Modi’s emphasis on swadeshi products, khadi and local artisans underlined the role of traditional industries and community enterprises in strengthening self-reliance and supporting local livelihoods.
Reacting to the broadcast, Saini said the programme drew attention to issues directly affecting people’s lives, including sustainable farming, access to healthcare and social responsibility.
The Prime Minister also referred to e-Sanjeevani, the digital healthcare initiative, and organ donation, highlighting the role of technology and public awareness in improving people’s lives.
The address also touched on India’s cultural diversity, including the traditions of the northeastern states, the nutritional and agricultural importance of millets, known as Shree Anna, and the Run for Unity initiative.
The PM's reference to Maharishi Valmiki's Ramayana brought the country's literary and spiritual heritage into focus, emphasising its enduring relevance for future generations.
"The PM highlighted India's rich heritage, public participation and the positive contribution of society through these important subjects," Saini said in a social media post.
Special arrangements were made at the Community Centre in Sector 10, where the CM listened to the broadcast alongside local residents, public representatives and BJP workers.
Among those present were former Haryana Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta, Chief Minister's OSD Dr Raj Nehru, BJP district president Ajay Mittal, Haryana State Pharmacy Council chairman B.B. Singhal, Haryana Shivalik Development Board executive vice-chairman Omprakash Devinagar, councillor Bharat Hiteshi, Mandal president Pramod Vats and Praveen Atre.
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