New Delhi [India], July 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted inspiring initiatives and achievements from completely different components of the nation, together with a Manipur-born astrophysicist’s function in discovering a younger galaxy cluster, environmental conservation in Gujarat and Bihar, and women-led entrepreneurship in Uttar Pradesh.
During the 136th episode of his month-to-month radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi highlighted the contribution of Manipur-born astrophysicist Dr Ronaldo Laishram, who works in Japan and was a part of a staff that found a big cluster of younger galaxies.
‘I want to inform you all about Dr Ronaldo Laishram from Manipur. His identify is Ronaldo, however he is an astrophysicist. He works in Japan and was a part of the staff that found a big cluster of younger galaxies. They named this whole cluster the Loktak proto-cluster, after a stupendous lake in Manipur,’ he mentioned.
The Prime Minister additionally highlighted a ‘Waste to Wealth’ initiative in Sitamarhi, Bihar, the place discarded plastic is being recycled to make benches for public areas.
‘A beautiful instance of ‘Waste to Wealth’ has emerged in Sitamarhi, Bihar. Here, waste is being recycled to create engaging benches. Approximately 40 kg of single-use plastic is used to make one bench. These benches are sturdy, sturdy, snug, and eco-friendly. They are put in in authorities colleges, parks, and public areas. This can also be elevating consciousness about environmental conservation,’ PM Modi mentioned.
PM Modi added, ‘This initiative can also be elevating consciousness amongst individuals about environmental conservation. Both native our bodies and the district administration play a significant function on this effort. That’s additionally producing native employment alternatives. This initiative in Sitamarhi reveals us that ‘Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle’ is now not only a slogan however is changing into part of our lives.’
Highlighting conservation efforts in Gujarat, he mentioned the Indian Grey Hornbill was re-establishing its nest within the Gir forests after almost six many years.
‘After almost 60 years, the Indian Grey Hornbill is re-establishing its nest within the Gir forests of Gujarat. This is the results of years of conservation and restoration efforts in Gir,’ he mentioned.
‘Hornbills are known as farmers of the forests. They eat fruits and unfold the seeds far and vast, from which new bushes develop within the forest. In this manner, a chicken helps re-green the forest,’ he added.
PM Modi additionally praised an instance of public participation in Ahmedabad, the place greater than 3.5 lakh saplings have been planted within the Bhaij space inside an hour.
‘The superb energy of public participation has been demonstrated in Ahmedabad. More than 350,000 saplings have been planted within the Bhaij space inside an hour, with over 25,000 individuals collaborating,’ he mentioned.
‘In the approaching years, these saplings will kind a dense city forest. This effort has been recorded within the Guinness Book of World Records,’ the Prime Minister added.
Highlighting women-led entrepreneurship in Uttar Pradesh, PM Modi spoke a couple of Self Help Group in Lakhiwala village of Bijnor district that developed ‘Vidur Prerana Swadeshi Herbal Tea’.
‘Women related to a Self Help Group in Lakhiwala village, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, have created ‘Vidur Prerana Swadeshi Herbal Tea.’ It accommodates pure substances like lemongrass, giloy, liquorice, basil, uncooked turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, and fennel,’ he mentioned.
He mentioned the tea had gained reputation in a brief interval and the initiative, which began with an funding of simply Rs 1 lakh, had now reached main establishments throughout the nation.
‘The most inspiring factor is its starting. This total effort began with only one lakh rupees. Today, the model has reached main establishments throughout the nation. This initiative reveals us that when native data, nature, and ladies’s confidence come collectively, even a small effort can turn into the start of massive change,’ PM Modi mentioned.
The Prime Minister additionally spoke about efforts to protect Kashmir’s conventional ‘Wagu’ mat-making craft, which is comprised of reeds and paddy straw.
‘When you could have each ability and a ardour to do one thing, each path turns into simple. This is mirrored within the efforts being made right this moment to protect Kashmir’s conventional mat, the ‘Wagu’. It is comprised of reeds and paddy straw. The custom of constructing this mat is centuries previous,’ he mentioned.
PM Modi mentioned Srinagar-based Ghulam Hussain and his daughter Tanzila had resolved to revive the standard craft regardless of dealing with a number of challenges.
‘Ghulam Hussain comes from a really peculiar household. He confronted many challenges on this work. But his resolve to protect the ‘Wagu’ was unwavering. Soon, many individuals joined his efforts,’ he mentioned.
Highlighting revolutionary efforts to advertise Sanskrit amongst kids, PM Modi spoke a couple of college in South Chittoor in Ernakulam, Keralam, the place a Sanskrit membership has launched a challenge linking Sanskrit letters with soccer.
‘I discovered a couple of sports activities initiative in South Chittoor, Ernakulam, Keralam. A faculty there has a Sanskrit membership the place a instructor, Abhilash ji, is popularising Sanskrit in a singular approach. This challenge has been named ‘Aksharakanduk’; it explains Sanskrit letters in a easy method by linking them to phrases utilized in soccer. This makes studying satisfying whereas additionally fostering a deeper connection between individuals and sports activities,’ he mentioned.
PM Modi additionally highlighted efforts to revive the standard ‘Chongprung’ musical instrument of Tripura.
‘There’s an instrument known as the ‘Chongprung’ from Tripura. It’s highly regarded among the many tribal communities there. Made of bamboo, this instrument has three strings. The tune it produces may be very melodious, much like that of the sarod,’ he mentioned.
Noting that the instrument’s reputation among the many youth had declined, PM Modi praised Suraj Kumar Debbarma for taking on the duty of reviving it.
‘For some motive, its reputation among the many youth had begun to say no. In such a scenario, Suraj Kumar Debbarma resolved to make it widespread once more. Today, his efforts are bearing fruit,’ he mentioned.
Meanwhile, a number of BJP leaders and Chief Ministers listened to the 136th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ throughout the nation.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and BJP nationwide president Nitin Nabin listened to the programme in Patna, whereas Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai heard it in Raipur.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha listened to the episode in Agartala, whereas Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma heard the Prime Minister’s handle in Kamrup. (ANI)