Mann Ki Baat January 2018: Highlights Of PM Modi's Radio Address To The Nation

This is the first episode of Mann Ki Baat in the year 2018
Just a few days ago, we celebrated our Republic Day with great fervor. This is the first time in history that heads of 10 Nations attended the ceremony
It is great to see that women in India are excelling in every field
Kalpana Chawla inspired women all over the world
It is in our culture to respect women. In our ancient Sanskrit teachings, it is stated that the blessings we get from the almighty if we have one baby girl is equal to that of having 10 baby boys
If India has to progress and reach new heights, it can only be possible only if and when women walk shoulder-to-shoulder with men, and in fact lead the way.
Women are advancing in many fields, emerging as leaders. Today there are many sectors where our Woman Power is playing a pioneering role, establishing milestones
A few days ago, the Honourable President of India met women achievers, who distinguished themselves in various fields
Here, I would like to mention the Matunga Railway station which is an all-women station. All leading officials there are women. It is commendable
India's Woman Power has contributed a lot in the positive transformation being witnessed in our country and society
I want to appreciate the women of Dantewada in Chhattisgarh. This is a Maoist affected area but the women there are operating e-rickshaws. This is creating opportunities, it is also changing the face of the region and is also environment friendly
Our society has always been flexible
I want to talk about something very unique in Bihar. A human chain was formed to spread awareness about evils of Dowry and child marriage. So many people joined the chain
Darshan from Mysore, Karnataka has written on My Gov. He was undergoing an expenditure of six thousand rupees a month on medicines for the treatment of his father. Earlier, he wasn't aware of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Yojana.
But now that he's come to know of the Jan Aushadhi Kendra, he has begun purchasing medicines from there and expenses have been reduced by about 75%. He has expressed that I mention this in Mann Ki Baat, so that it reaches the maximum number of people and they can benefit towards affordable healthcare and 'Ease of Living.'