Mann Ki Baat: WHO declared India freed from Trachoma, PM Modi says ‘success of well being staff’


In his final episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi has hailed the valour of the Indian Military, which carried out a exact operation in Pakistan underneath ‘Operation Sindoor’.

New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 123rd episode of his month-to-month radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, on Sunday (June 29). PM Modi talked about the Worldwide Yoga Day and mentioned that thousands and thousands throughout the nation and the world took half within the celebrations.

PM Modi on Yoga Day

Addressing the radio programme, PM Modi mentioned, “On June 21, thousands and thousands throughout the nation and the world took half within the Worldwide Day of Yoga celebrations. It started 10 years in the past. Over the previous 10 years, yearly his custom has change into grander than earlier than. This means that extra persons are incorporating yoga into their lives.”

Speaking concerning the celebrations throughout the nation, he talked about states like Telangana, Jammu and Kashmir, and others wherein folks participated enthusiastically, together with from the armed forces, tribal college students, and divyang folks.

“In Telangana, 3,000 divyang buddies got here collectively for a yoga camp. They confirmed how Yoga generally is a highly effective technique of empowerment. Connecting Yoga with the resolve of unpolluted Yamuna, folks of Delhi carried out Yoga on the river banks. In Jammy and Kashmir, at Chenab bridge, on the world’s highest railway bridge. ITBP jawans on the Himalayas additionally carried out on the snow-capped peaks, showcasing a mix of braveness and religious self-discipline,” he mentioned.

“Individuals of Gujarat, in Vadnagar additionally set a brand new report, when 2,121 folks carried out bhujangasanas (Cobra pose) collectively,” he added. The PM additionally talked about worldwide participation, throughout Indian embassies and in any other case.

“New York, London, Tokyo, Paris, photos of yoga have been from each main place on the earth. Each picture conveyed a particular message of peace, satability and steadiness. This 12 months’s theme was additionally particular, Yoga for One Earth, for Well being. This isn’t only a slogan, however a path that resonates the sensation of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” he added.

The Prime Minister mentioned that the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra has resumed after a very long time, marking a big second for devotees. He additionally mentioned that the Amarnath Yatra is ready to start from July 3, enabling pilgrims to embark on this sacred journey as soon as once more. “My finest needs to those that are about to embark on these pilgrimages,” he added.

“Each time one embarks on a pilgrimage, the primary feeling that arises is ‘Chalo Bulawa Aaya Hai.’ This emotion is the soul of our pilgrimage. There’s one other important side to those journeys. These pilgrimages are additionally an awesome ritual of alternatives for service. After a very long time, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has resumed. The holy Amarnath Yatra will start from July 3, and the ‘Sawan’ month is across the nook. We additionally witnessed the Jagannath Yatra. These pilgrimages replicate the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat’,” he mentioned.

WHO has declared India Trachoma-free nation

“Now, I wish to let you know all concerning the achievements of the nation that are being mentioned by the worldwide organisation. The primary is said to our well being. There was a time when Trachoma was widespread in lots of elements of India. We resolved to eradicate Trachoma. WHO has declared India Trachoma-free,” mentioned PM Modi.

Prime Minister Modi mentioned, “I’m delighted to share with you that WHO has declared India freed from Trachoma, an eye fixed illness. That is the success of our well being staff. ‘Jal Jeevan’ Mission has contributed to this.”

He additional mentioned that the Worldwide Labour Organisation has mentioned over 64 per cent of the Indian inhabitants will get some type of social safety profit, including that over 95 crore Indians now profit from some social safety scheme, govt schemes reached lower than 25 cr folks in 2015. 

“Worldwide Labour Group (ILO) has launched a significant report stating that India’s 64 per cent inhabitants positively has entry to social safety. Practically 95 crore persons are benefitting from the social safety schemes. This quantity was decrease than 25 crores until 2015,” mentioned PM Modi.

PM Modi on 50 years of Emergency

PM Modi recalled the darkish days of the Emergency and saluted the defenders of the Structure, stating that in the course of the Emergency, freedom of expression was abolished.

Prime Minister Modi mentioned, “Morarji Desai describes the Emergency briefly… Not solely did those that imposed the Emergency homicide democracy, however their intention was to maintain the judiciary as their puppet… Below ‘MISA’, anybody was arrested arbitrarily, and folks have been tortured… Indians refused to compromise on democracy. Lastly, folks received, and the Emergency was lifted. Babu Jagjivan Ram powerfully about this…”

“The Nation marked 50 years of Emergency being imposed, a number of days in the past, and we countrymen noticed ‘Samvidhan Hatya Divas’. We should bear in mind those that bravely fought againstthe  Emergency. This evokes us to stay vigilant to safeguard our structure.”

Speaking about Eri Silk of Meghalaya, PM Modi mentioned that this silk retains the folks heat in winters and cools in summers. It has just lately acquired GI tag. “Eri Silk from Meghalaya was just lately awarded GI tag… The tribes of Meghalaya, particularly the Khasi group, have preserved it for generations and enriched it with their abilities… The silkworms that produce this usually are not killed, which is why it is called ‘Ahinsa Silk’. It’s a excellent product for the worldwide market since there may be an elevated demand for merchandise that do not hurt the atmosphere… This silk retains you heat throughout winters and funky throughout summers… Ladies of Meghalaya are taking this to a bigger scale through self-help teams.”

Sindoor Forest of Ahmedabad Municipal Company

Highlighting a number of inspiring initiatives, PM Modi mentioned that the Municipal Company in Ahmedabad has developed the Sindoor Forest, the place Sindoor crops have been planted. This forest is devoted to the bravehearts of Operation Sindoor, serving as a tribute to their valor.


 

PM Modi additionally appreciated a resident of Pune, who, alongside together with his total household, dedicates each vacation to defending forest life. They go to the forest, plant timber, and dig water pits, which has considerably improved the native atmosphere, encouraging the return of birds to the realm.

The Prime Minister talked about India’s area mission and praised Shubhanshu Shukla for his contribution, recognising his efforts within the discipline of science and innovation.