Here's what PM Modi said in the 37th edition of Mann ki Baat

PM Modi shared his thoughts via 37th edition of `Mann ki Baat` on Sunday.

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday today said India has always vouched for world peace, unity and harmony and its armed forces have contributed in this direction through UN missions across the globe.

He said that currently around 7,000 Indian security personnel are deployed on peacekeeping missions, making it the third highest contributor.

In his radio broadcast, the PM also talked about India's culture of respecting nature, highlighted the increase in Khadi sales, referred to cleanliness campaign and mentioned the role played by Sardar Vallabhai Patel in laying the foundation of the country's unity.

29 October 2017

11:34 IST

On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Sahab, Run for Unity will be organised throughout the country. I urge you to participate in the festival of mutual harmony, says PM Modi.

PM concludes his address.

11:32 IST

One ideal of Sardar Patel will always be inspiring to all. He had said - “no division of caste or creed should be able to stop us". These lofty ideals of Sardar Sahab are relevant to and inspiring for our vision for a New India, even today. And that is why his birthday is celebrated as National Unity Day - PM.