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Major October 2014 –
The Inception
'Mann ki Baat' debuted
Milestones on Vijayadashami with an
overarching theme of nation-
building and social unity. The
first episode received an
overwhelming response and
January 2015 – A Landmark set the tone for the many
Collaboration narratives to follow.
In this episode, PM Modi was joined by
former U.S. President Barack Obama,
marking the first-ever radio address
by an Indian Prime Minister and an
American President together. They
discussed key issues like the Beti
Bachao, Beti Padhao Mission, languages,
and foreign affairs, making the episode November 2016 –
a global talking point for weeks. Demonetisation Discourse
During this episode of 'Mann
ki Baat', PM Modi explained
the rationale behind the
government’s decision to
demonetise ₹500 and ₹1000
June 2019 –
'Mann ki Baat' 2.0 currency notes.The message
After the 2019 general resonated with millions, uniting
elections, PM Modi both urban and rural India in a
resumed 'Mann ki Baat'
with a heartfelt return, marking collective effort to build a more
the beginning of 'Mann ki transparent economy .
Baat' 2.0. PM Modi expressed
how much he had missed this
connection with the people
during the election period,
describing the program as a
lively, family-like conversation April 2023 – The 100th
that drives change. Episode Milestone
'Mann ki Baat' completed its 100th
episode, with PM Modi reflecting on
the incredible stories of courage and
transformation shared by the people
of India. 'Mann ki Baat' has now
June 2024 –
'Mann ki Baat' 3.0 become a platform for showcasing
After the historic win in general mass movements like Swachhata
elections this year, PM Modi now Abhiyaan or celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit
aims to reignite the spirit of Mahotsav, PM Modi emphasised how
dialogue with citizens with 'Mann every episode has transformed these
ki Baat' 3.0. As the program ideas into mass movements.
resumed after a brief hiatus, it is
now set to empower communities,
fostering a renewed commitment
to collective progress under the
Modi government's vision of
transformation. 23 23
