New Delhi, 28 March (H.S.):

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation on Sunday, March 29, through the 132nd episode of his monthly radio programme “Mann Ki Baat,” which will be broadcast live on All India Radio and Doordarshan at 11 a.m. Indian Standard Time. The address is expected to reach audiences across India as well as overseas listeners, continuing the long‑running initiative that allows Modi to speak directly to the public on social, cultural and developmental themes.

Public call to tune in on Sunday

On Saturday,PM Modi urged citizens to follow the new episode, posting on the social‑media platform X that people should connect with the programme on Sunday morning at 11 a.m. and make it a part of their weekly routine. He framed “Mann Ki Baat” as a shared space between the government and citizens, where everyday experiences, grassroots stories and national initiatives are brought to the fore in a more personal, conversational style than a formal speech.

The 132nd instalment will air across Akashvani’s network and on Doordarshan’s national and regional channels, ensuring pan‑India coverage. It will also be streamed on the All India Radio News website and the NewsOnAir mobile app, as well as through live feeds on the YouTube channels of AIR News, DD News, the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

This multi‑platform approach helps the government reach younger audiences who are more likely to watch on digital platforms rather than traditional radio or television sets.

Over more than a decade, “Mann Ki Baat” has become a signature feature of Modi’s public‑engagement strategy, blending motivational messaging, policy highlights and anecdotes from ordinary Indians. The programme is usually released on the last Sunday of each month, and past episodes have touched on issues such as national development, social cohesion, environmental conservation, innovation and community service.

The Prime Minister’s office has also invited citizens to send suggestions and recorded messages ahead of the upcoming episode, some of which may be featured in the broadcast, reinforcing the idea of the show as a two‑way dialogue.

As elections and economic debates feature more prominently in the national conversation, the 132nd episode is likely to touch on governance achievements, upcoming priorities and the government’s stance on key social and economic challenges. For many in India, the return of “Mann Ki Baat” each month has become a ritual, a way of hearing the Prime Minister’s narrative in a calmer, less formal setting than the high‑octane environment of party rallies or televised debates.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar