Mann Ki Baat: As it happened on September 24, 2017

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through the 36th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat' programme. A day before the programme, PM had asked people to share their views, ideas and suggestions on the Narendra Modi App and My Gov Open Forum. The Prime Minister initiated monthly radio show completed its three remarkable years today.

In his 35th address to the nation, the Prime Minister had said that violence in the name of faith will not be tolerated referring to the violence in Haryana that broke out after Dera Sacha Sauda chief Ram Rahim was convicted of rape by a CBI court.

Here are the LIVE updates: 

24 September 2017

11:38 AM

 PM concluded his 36th edition of Mann Ki Baat by greeting countrymen on the auspicious occasion of Navratri. 

11:32 AM

FIFA under-17 World Cup is going to happen in our country. I hope this will help in promoting the sport among all: PM Modi

11:27 AM

PM Modi also praised Lt.Swati Mahadik and Lt.Nidhi Dubey (widows of soldiers who died on duty), for their determination to serve the country. 

11:27 AM

PM Modi refers to APJ Abul Kalam, Swami Vivekananda and other eminent dignitaries to denote India's diversity and culture.

11:26 AM

PM Modi also requested people, especially youngsters to discover the wonders of  Incredible India in upcoming months. 

11:22 AM

In next Mann Ki Baat, I will mention Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel but on 31st Oct, Run For Unity Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat programme will be organized across the country: PM Modi

11:21 AM

In the 36th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi also appreciated young Bilal Dar from Kashmir for actively taking up the cleanliness drive. 

11:19 AM

"Sardar Patel unified the nation. Let us always preserve this unity. Nanaji Deshmukh devoted his life towards the betterment of our villages,"  PM Modi said. 

11:17 AM

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi, Deen Dayal Upadhyay, PM Modi said that they always remained away from power and lived every moment for people. They followed 'Sarv Jan Hitay–Sarv Jan Sukhay'. 

11:16 AM

PM Modi also hailed the print and electronic media for their support towards 'Swachhata Hi Seva' movement. 

11:13 AM

Swachhata movement has gained active support from people across the country. More than two and a half crore children took part in Essay Competition on cleanliness and thousands of children made paintings: PM Modi

11:11 AM

I am delighted to see the support towards 'Swachhata Hi Seva' movement. People are actively contributing to a Swachh Bharat: PM Modi

11:10 AM

Let us support the movement for the growth of the Khadi sector. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/lN3sV40Im5

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 24, 2017

11:09 AM

Urging people to buy Khadi product this Gandhi Jayanti PM said that let us buy a Khadi and light the lamp of prosperity in the lives of the poor.

11:08 AM

Once, I saw selfie of sarpanch with daughter and referred same in Mann Ki Baat and in no time 'Selfie With Daughter' became a big campaign, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 

11:06 AM

We must be conscious of consuming only as much as we need and see to it that there is no wastage of food: PM Modi 

11:05 AM

Acharya Vinoba Bhave always said a ‘non-governmental’ way of functioning is more effective: PM said today while referring to Mann Ki Baat. 

11:04 AM

I have always tried to keep the common man as the focus in 'Mann Ki Baat' and kept it away from politics. 

11:03 AM

The radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' provided unique opportunity to connect with feelings and positive energy of people, says PM Modi

10:56 AM

My dear countrymen, Namaskar! This is the 36th episode of Mann Ki Baat, which completes 3 years today: PM Modi.