‘Mann Ki Baat' is a medium to understand govt priorities: Min
Prayagraj: Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta, 'Nandi', on Sunday listened to the '
Mann Ki Baat
' programme of PM
Narendra Modi
along with party leaders, workers, and supporters, and state vice president of
Bharatiya Janata Party
(BJP) and Legislative Council Member Vijay Bahadur Pathak at booth number 25, Sadhoganj Mandi of Mutthiganj Mandal in the city South Assembly constituency.
Nandi said that 'Mann Ki Baat' is not just a dialogue of ideas but an inspiring medium to understand the priorities of the govt and feel public participation. This programme invites every Indian to participate in the journey of nation-building.
Nandi also mentioned that the address of Prime Minister Narendra Modi infused new energy into collective efforts to strengthen the resolve of public welfare, innovation, and a self-reliant India. It serves as a source of inspiration for all of us.
Prime Minister highlighted the valour and sacrifice of the brave soldiers of the country in
Operation Sindoor
and stated that this operation is a strong example of India's zero tolerance policy against terrorism.
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