PM Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat': As it happened on May 22, 2016

This was the 20th edition of the PM's popular radio programme. Here is all what PM said in the programme.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his thoughts on a number of themes and issues in 'Mann Ki Baat' programme. Here is all what PM said in the programme.

22 May 2016

11:33 AM IST

Now, you can dial 1922 to listen to 'Mann ki baat' on your mobile: PM

Number है- ‘उन्नीस सौ बाईस-1922. इस number पर missed call करने से आप जब चाहें, जहाँ चाहें, जिस भाषा में चाहें, ‘मन की बात’ सुन सकते हैं: PM

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 22, 2016

अब ‘मन की बात’ सुनने के लिए अब सिर्फ 4 ही अंक - उसके द्वारा missed call करके ‘मन की बात’ सुन सकते हैं: PM @narendramodi #MannKiBaat

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 22, 2016

11:29 AM IST

I am going to Chandigarh on the Yoga Day: PM Modi

11:28 AM IST

Prevention is better than cure. Yoga Day on June 21 is not merely an event, it inspires to include it in our daily routine for 20-30 min: PM

11:28 AM IST

At times I see, poor families have to spend too much for health issues. There is no cost involved in being healthy: PM Modi

11:23 AM IST

I would appeal all to enjoy their successes and carve out possibilities out of them: PM Narendra Modi

11:23 AM IST

Gaurav from Madhya Pradesh said he scored 89% and I was very happy but he said his family was not happy and they wanted him to get 90%: PM Modi

11:21 AM IST

Want to request all parents and guardians to accept their children's results with a sense of satisfaction and motivate them for future: PM Modi

11:21 AM IST

For those who did not clear and succeed,life does not stop here. There is a lot to do: PM Modi

11:21 AM IST

Exams results: Congratulations to all the candidates for their scores. Happy to see girl students shine, says PM Modi

11:19 AM IST

There were polls, he was a CM candidate but Sarbanand Sonowal performed his duty as a sports minister. This is a big thing: PM Modi

11:17 AM IST

We must boost confidence of our sportspersons for Rio Olympics: PM

11:15 AM IST

In the poll season he went to NIS Patiala for a surprise visit. Everybody was surprised, noted how a Union Minister showed so much concern: PM

11:15 AM IST

There were polls, he was a CM candidate but Sarbananda Sonowal performed his duty as a sports minister. This is a big thing: PM Modi

11:15 AM IST

When we talk about the Olympics we do feel sad at the medal tally. But we need to create the right atmosphere to encourage athletes: PM

11:15 AM IST

World is moving towards a cashless society and more technology is being used. The concept of cashless society may turn out to be a success: PM Modi 

11:08 AM IST

PM Modi pitches for 'Modern India, Transparent India', says use JAM - Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, Mobile - to move towards becoming a cashless society

11:08 AM IST

We feel refreshed splashing water on our faces when we feel tired, this is such a precious gift of god:  PM Modi 

11:08 AM IST

I appeal to all citizens to pledge to not waste water in June, July, August, September this year: PM Modi

11:08 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi pitches for 'Modern India, Transparent India'

11:08 AM IST

So many states have undertaken wonderful efforts to mitigate the drought, this is cutting across party lines: PM Modi

11:05 AM IST

Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh have used technology very well to mitigate the drought. 'Jan Bhagidari' is also vital: PM Modi

11:04 AM IST

Got opportunity to meet CMs of drought affected states, decided to meet every CM individually as opposed to calling all CMs together: PM

11:04 AM IST

Protecting water and forest is our duty: PM Modi

11:04 AM IST

PM Modi shares his experience of meeting with CMs of drought-hit states

11:04 AM IST

Protecting environment is key to countering heat wave: PM Modi 

11:03 AM IST

Hope the temperatures fall, but the temperatures are rising day by day: PM Modi 

11:01 AM IST

Temperatures are rising, tension started after news saying that monsoon will get delayed by one week: PM Modi 

11:01 AM IST

I am always excited to talk to you, to the people of this nation: PM Modi in 'Mann ki Baat' radio programme

11:00 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now addressing the nation through 'Mann ki Baat' radio programme.

10:39 AM IST

In the earlier editions of `Mann Ki Baat`, Prime Minister Modi had talked on several issues close to the hearts of the people including water conservation, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, promotion of khadi, skill development, scholarship for disabled children, infrastructure for educational institutions, menace of drugs and farmers` issues.

10:36 AM IST

Earlier, PM Narendra Modi had expressed over response that he got through his 'Mann ki Baat'.

"Glad that my request during last month's #MannKiBaat, for ideas & thoughts on various youth organisations has generated lot of enthusiasm."

Glad that my request during last month's #MannKiBaat, for ideas & thoughts on various youth organisations has generated lot of enthusiasm.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 14, 2016

10:35 AM IST

Earlier, the PM had urged people to give ideas for his popular radio programme.

"Urging you to give ideas for #MannKiBaat to be held this Sunday. You can also call on 1800-11-7800," the PM had written on Twitter.

Urging you to give ideas for #MannKiBaat to be held this Sunday. You can also call on 1800-11-7800. https://t.co/jVQqHecBgF

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 17, 2016

10:34 AM IST

Taking to Twitter on Saturday, PM Narendra Modi wrote, "Tomorrow is the 20th edition of #MannKiBaat programme. Do join. (sic)" 

Tomorrow is the 20th edition of #MannKiBaat programme. Do join. pic.twitter.com/fUiVAxwK5r

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 21, 2016