PM Modi's 'Mann ki Baat': As it happened on February 28, 2016

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through his popular radio programme 'Mann ki Baat'. Sachin Tendulkar and Viswanathan Anand also joined him. Here is all what they said:-

- To listen to 'Mann ki Baat', give a missed call to 81908 81908; even in you mother tongue: PM Modi

81908-81908...कल से आप missed call करके इस नंबर से मेरी ‘मन की बात’ सुन सकते हैं, आपकी अपनी मातृभाषा में भी सुन सकते हैं : PM #MannKiBaat — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- PM Modi tells students the importance of yoga and meditation during exam season

So many people wrote to me on the Mobile App on Yoga and meditation during this exam season: PM @narendramodi #MannKiBaat

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- I have an exam too; 125 crore Indians are going to test me, tomorrow is the Budget: PM Modi in 'Mann ki Baat' 

- PM Modi asks students to take interest in science and related fields, says we can't think of any invention without science

- Parents, teachers and seniors are an invaluable support system for students during exam time: PM Modi

- There are many opportunities in this country; decide what you want to do in life and don’t give it up: Professor CNR Rao in Mann ki Baat

There are many opportunities in this country. Decide what you want to do in life and don’t give it up: Professor CNR Rao joins #MannKiBaat — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- I fully realise that the examinations cause anxiety. That too competitive examinations. Do not worry, do your best: Professor CNR Rao in Mann ki Baat

I fully realise that the examinations cause anxiety. That too competitive examinations. Do not worry, do your best: Professor CNR Rao — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- Spiritual guru Morari Bapu features in PM Modi's Mann ki Baat

परीक्षा के समय में मन पर कोई भी बोझ रखे बिना, बुद्धि का एक स्पष्ट निर्णय करके और चित को एकाग्र करके आप परीक्षा में बैठिये: Pujya Morari Bapu — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- Spend at least 30 minutes every day with friends and family to avoid stress: PM Modi

- Viswanathan Anand joins PM Modi in Mann ki Baat, asks students to stay calm

- Exams are not merely about marks: PM Modi

- Set your targets and pursue them with a free mind, without pressure. Compete with yourself and not others: PM Modi

- Sachin Tendulkar features in PM Modi's Mann ki Baat, asks students to stay positive and focussed, conveys his best wishes to students

- PM Modi appreciates students, parents and teachers for sharing their thoughts and experiences on the mobile application

PM @narendramodi appreciates students, parents and teachers for sharing their thoughts and experiences on the Mobile App. #MannKiBaat — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

- I am sure your mind is on the exams of your children that is starting or may have started: PM Narendra Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat' 

- PM Narendra Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' begins, Sachin Tendulkar and Viswanathan Anand join him in special edition

- PM Narendra Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' to begin shortly

Tune in at 11 AM. You can also hear it on the Mobile App. #MannKiBaat https://t.co/TYuxNNJfIf pic.twitter.com/jKnMs4Udal — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 28, 2016

- Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has said that he is happy to join PM Narendra Modi on 'Mann ki Baat'.

Being positive and setting your own goals...Happy to join PM @narendramodi on #MannKiBaat wishing students good luck for their Board exams! — sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 28, 2016

- Prime Minister's officer has tweeted, "Two eminent individuals, from the fields of science & spirituality have encouraging words for students. Know more at 11 AM. #MannKiBaat (sic)"

Two eminent individuals, from the fields of science & spirituality have encouraging words for students. Know more at 11 AM. #MannKiBaat — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

Inspiring messages by @sachin_rt & @vishy64theking for students appearing for exams. Tune in at 11 AM to know what they said. #MannKiBaat — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

Today's #MannKiBaat is devoted to our future, India's youth who will take our nation to newer heights in the coming years. — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 28, 2016

In a first in 'Mann in Baat', cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and chess maestro Viswanathan Anand will join the PM in the 17th edition of the programme.

Tune in tomorrow at 11 AM for #MannKiBaat…will particularly urge my young friends to join. pic.twitter.com/MzHtkA9xLO — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 27, 2016

Listen to Viswanathan Anand sharing learning tips for the CBSE board exams on #MannKiBaat tomorrow @ 11:00 AM pic.twitter.com/5rNsyKxDuL — NIIT Limited (@NIITLtd) February 27, 2016

The PM is expected to share his thoughts on upcoming board exams in his radio address.

Timing

The radio programme will be aired at 11 AM. 

Broadcast

The broadcast shall be originated by All India Radio, Delhi and shall be relayed by all AIR stations, all AIR FM channels (FM Gold and FM Rainbow), local radio stations, Vividh Bharati Stations and five community radio stations, a statement released by Prasar Bharati said.

Regional versions

The regional versions of the 'Mann Ki Baat' will be originated by the capital AIR stations in non-Hindi speaking zones at 8 PM on Sunday only.

The regional versions shall be relayed by all AIR stations including local radio stations in the respective states, the statement added. 

Prime Minister Modi has in the past shared his thoughts on a range of issues including drug addiction, farmers problems, menace of corruption, declining sex ratio, promotion of Khadi and high rate of casualties in road accidents, in the programme.