NEW DELHI, Oct 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the success of India’s vaccination programme.
In the 82nd edition of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ which comes just days after the country crossed the milestone of administering 100-crore vaccines, Modi said, “The success of our vaccine program shows the potential of India, shows the power of the mantra of everyone’s efforts.” He also paid tribute to the country’s healthcare workers, who made this achievement possible.
“I am well aware of the capabilities of my country, the people of my country,” PM Modi went on to say. “I knew that our healthcare workers would leave no stone unturned to vaccinate countrymen.”
The Prime Minister interacted with Poonam Nautiyal, a healthcare worker from Uttarakhand, who was involved in the state’s vaccination drive. He asked Nautiyal about her experience, and the challenges she faced along the way.
Noting that the birth anniversary of Sardar Patel is set to fall on October 31st, PM Modi said: “On behalf of every listener of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, and on my behalf, I bow to the Iron Man.” It is important for everyone to participate in spreading the message of unity, the prime minister said.
Modi also paid tribute to 19th-century freedom fighter and tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda, whose birth anniversary will be celebrated next month. “His life taught us several things such as: Being proud about one’s own culture, caring for the environment and fighting against injustice,” he said.
On the occasion of world UN Day, the prime minister highlighted India’s contribution to the UN Peacekeeping forces. “India has always worked for world peace,” he said, adding that India will play a key role in “making our planet a better place.”
Speaking about the contribution of police personnel in the country, he pointed out the increased participation of women in the police forces.
Speaking about the contribution of police personnel in the country, he pointed out the increased participation of women in the police forces. “Bureau of Police Research and Development data shows that the number of women in the police force has doubled over the last few years,” he said. “The women in the police force are increasingly becoming role models for young girls,” the prime minister noted.
Drones are increasingly capturing the imagination of young people, PM Modi observed. Start-ups too are looking into their usage, he added. “The drone sector was filled with too many restrictions and regulations. This has changed in the recent times,” the Prime Minister said. “The new drone policy is already showing great results.”
(Manas Dasgupta)
