**Executive Summary**
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared highlights of his address in the 130th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on January 25, 2026. The episode, which took place on National Voters' Day, focused on quality, environmental conservation, and community efforts. The address highlights various initiatives and community achievements across India, with shared examples posted on X.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **National Voters' Day:**
* The first #MannKiBaat episode of 2026 took place on National Voters' Day.
* Becoming a voter should be an occasion of celebration, and is a great privilege and responsibility.
* **Focus on Quality and "Made in India":**
* The theme for 2026 is to focus on quality.
* Emphasis on "Zero Defect, Zero Effect".
* Striving for "Made in India = Excellence".
* **Environmental Conservation and Community Initiatives:**
* Commendation for the people of Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, for their efforts towards restoration of water bodies.
* The Tamasa River restoration in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, is an excellent example of Jan Bhagidari (people's participation).
* Benoy Das from Cooch Behar, West Bengal, exemplified environmental conservation through small efforts, planting thousands of trees.
* **Community and Social Contributions:**
* Appreciation for Sheikhgund in Anantnag for uniting to eliminate evils like drugs, tobacco, and alcoholism.
* Recognition of organizations like the Vivekananda Loksiksha Niketan in Faridpur, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, for their selfless service.
* Efforts in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam towards cleanliness, recycling, and 'Waste to Wealth' were highlighted.
* **Cultural and Generational Trends:**
* Gen-Z embracing "Bhajan Clubbing," merging spirituality and modernity while maintaining the sanctity of Bhajans.
* The Indian community in Malaysia showcasing Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, and other languages through heritage walks and showcasing textiles as well as music from West Bengal.
* A village in Gujarat where everyone eats together was highlighted as inspiring.
* **Agriculture & Traditional Foods:**
* Millets or Shree Anna remain very popular among youngsters and farmers in India.
* **Preservation of Indigenous Knowledge:**
* The efforts of Jagdish Prasad Ahirwar from Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, in documenting medicinal plants, thus preserving this for the next generation.
**Impact Analysis**
**Citizens of India**
* **Impact:** Encouraged to participate in voting, focus on quality in their endeavors, contribute to environmental conservation, and support community initiatives.
* **Action Required:** Reflect on the values promoted and implement them in their lives, promoting community, culture, and environmental awareness.
**Community Leaders and Organizations**
* **Impact:** Appreciation and recognition for their efforts in environmental conservation, social service, and community development.
* **Action Required:** Continue their positive work and inspire others.
**Youth (Gen-Z)**
* **Impact:** Acknowledgment of their innovative approach to spirituality and the blend of tradition and modernity.
* **Action Required:** Continue to balance modern trends with traditional values.
**Indian Diaspora (Specifically, the Indian community in Malaysia)**
* **Impact:** Recognition of their efforts in promoting Indian languages, heritage, and culture internationally.
* **Action Required:** Continue to celebrate and showcase Indian culture abroad.
Key Entities Referenced
Mann Ki Baat: A radio program hosted by the Prime Minister of India to address the nation.
Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India, who hosts Mann Ki Baat.
Azamgarh: Location in Uttar Pradesh, mentioned regarding the restoration of the Tamsa River.
Anantapur: Location in Andhra Pradesh, with people commended for restoration of water bodies.
Kooch Bihar: Location in West Bengal, where Benoy Das has made contributions to environmental protection.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister shares highlights of his address in
the 130th Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’
प्रव तथ: 25 JAN 2026 12:57PM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared highlights of his address in the 130th Episode of
‘Mann Ki Baat’.
In a series of X posts, Shri Modi said;
“The first #MannKiBaat episode of 2026 took place on National Voters’ Day.
Let the becoming of a voter be an occasion of celebration. Afterall, being a voter is a great privilege and
responsibility.”
The first #MannKiBaat episode of 2026 took place on National Voters’ Day.
Let the becoming of a voter be an occasion of celebration. Afterall, being a voter
is a great privilege and responsibility. pic.twitter.com/u7XIsHHjp7
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“Let us make 2026 about quality.
Let us focus on ‘Zero Defect, Zero Effect.’
Let us ensure, Made in India = Excellence.
#MannKiBaat”
Let us make 2026 about quality.
Let us focus on ‘Zero Defect, Zero Effect.’
Let us ensure, Made in India = Excellence. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/34Qnuv6
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“उत्तर प्रदेश के आजमगढ़ से गुजरन े वाली तमसा नदी का पुनरोार जनभागीदारी क सफलता क अतु मसाल ह।ै यहा ं के लोग ने
अपनी सामूहक श स े ना केवल एक नदी, ब हमारी सांृतक और आाक वरासत क धारा को एक नया जीवन दया
ह।ै#MannKiBaat”
उत्तर प्रदश के आजमगढ़ से गुजरने वाली तमसा नदी का पुनरोार जनभागीदारी क सफलता क अत
मसाल ह। यहां के लोग ने अपनी सामूहक श से ना के वल एक नदी, ब हमारी सांृ तक और
आाक वरासत क धारा को एक नया जीवन दया ह। #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/VwEs
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“I commend the people of Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh for their efforts towards restoration of water bodies.
#MannKiBaat”
I commend the people of Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh for their efforts towards
restoration of water bodies. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/G0p1yYJ10d
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“Our Gen-Z is taking to Bhajan Clubbing...it is spirituality and modernity merging beautifully, particularly keeping in mind the
sanctity of the Bhajans.
#MannKiBaat”
Our Gen-Z is taking to Bhajan Clubbing...it is spirituality and modernity merging
beautifully, particularly keeping in mind the sanctity of the Bhajans. #MannKiBaat
pic.twitter.com/AIG4K55bOr
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“From teaching Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi and other languages to heritage walks and showcasing textiles as well as music from
West Bengal, the Indian community in Malaysia is doing wonders!
#MannKiBaat”
From teaching Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi and other languages to heritage walks and
showcasing textiles as well as music from West Bengal, the Indian community in
Malaysia is doing wonders! #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/jnqlrX9yCF
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“A village in Gujarat where everyone eats together…Inspiring, isn’t it!
#MannKiBaat”A village in Gujarat where everyone eats together…Inspiring, isn’t it! #MannKiBaa
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“Appreciated Sheikhgund in Anantnag for coming together to eliminate evils like drugs, tobacco and alcoholism.
#MannKiBaat”
Appreciated Sheikhgund in Anantnag for coming together to eliminate evils like
drugs, tobacco and alcoholism. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/vh1NE58teP
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“Organisations like the Vivekananda Loksiksha Niketan in Faridpur, Purba Medinipur in West Bengal, have been selflessly
serving society for decades. This illustrates our ethos of caring for others.
#MannKiBaat”
Organisations like the Vivekananda Loksiksha Niketan in Faridpur, Purba
Medinipur in West Bengal, have been selflessly serving society for decades. This
illustrates our ethos of caring for others. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/Ha7u0Acy
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“These efforts in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam highlight the passion and commitment of our youth towards cleanliness,
recycling and ‘Waste to Wealth.’
#MannKiBaat”
These efforts in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam highlight the passion and
commitment of our youth towards cleanliness, recycling and ‘Waste to Wealth.’ #
MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/q5Kv1AyEmB
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
“पम बंगाल के कूच बहार के बेनॉय दास जी न ेसाबत कया ह क कैस ेपयावरण संरक्षण क छोटी-छोटी कोशश स ेभी बड़ बदलाव आ सकत ेह। बीत ेकुछ
वष म वे अपने जल ेम हजार पेड़ लगा चुके ह, जसस ेसड़क के कनार हरयाली दखते ही बनती ह!
#MannKiBaat”
पम बंगाल के कू च बहार के बेनॉय दास जी ने साबत कया ह क कै से पयावरण संरक्षण क छोटी-
छोटी कोशश से भी बड़ बदलाव आ सकत े ह। बीत े कु छ वष म व े अपने जले म हजार पेड़ लगा चुके ह,
जससे सड़क के कनार हरयाली दखते ही बनती ह! #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/iSNsVpP0
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026“जंगल के औषधीय पौध क जानकारी अगली पीढ़ी तक पचं ाने के लए मध्य प्रदश के पा जले के बीट गाड जगदीश प्रसाद अहरवार जी का प्रयास हर कसी
को प्रेरत करन ेवाला ह। उनक जुटाई जानकारय पर एक कताब भी प्रकाशत हो चुक ह, जो वन वभाग के साथ-साथ रसचर के भी काम आ रही ह।
#MannKiBaat”
“Millets or Shree Anna remain very popular among youngsters and farmers in India, which is gladdening to see.
#MannKiBaat”
Millets or Shree Anna remain very popular among youngsters and farmers in
India, which is gladdening to see. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/xkKdZjjNwP
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 25, 2026
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