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MANN KI BAAT | 131st Episode (February 22, 2026)

Rooted in India,

Contributing to

their Karmabhoomi

“Mann Ki Baat” is a powerful platform for highlighting the achievements of the country and its
citizens. Every month, numerous suggestions are received for “Mann Ki Baat.” The messages provide
Prime Minister Narendra Modi with insights into the incredible talents hidden in every corner of the
country. Many inspiring stories of transcending personal interests and serving society reach people
across the country through “Mann Ki Baat”. On February 22, “Mann Ki Baat” addressed various
important topics, from the achievements of AI to the T20 World Cup. Here are the highlights...

Turning Point: Leaders from many countries, of slavery and has begun to embrace symbols
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industry leaders, innovators, and people asso- related to Indian culture. Our Rashtrapati
ciated with the start-up sector came together Bhavan has also taken an important step in this
at Bharat Mandapam for the AI Impact Summit. direction, celebrating ‘Rajaji Utsav’ at Rashtrapa-
This summit proved to be a turning point in the ti Bhavan on February 23rd.
trajectory of how the world will utilise the power n Be vigilant: we must remain vigilant and not fall
of AI in the future. prey to fraudsters. KYC or re-KYC should be done
n Amazing Capabilities: The summit showcased only through your bank branch, official app, and
India's remarkable capabilities in the field of authorized medium. Do not share OTP, Aadhaar
AI. India also launched three Made in India AI number, or bank account information with
models. This occasion in itself has been the anyone. And most importantly, keep changing
biggest AI summit ever. The enthusiasm and ex- your password from time to time.
citement of the youth at this summit were worth n Tradition and Technology: Farmers aren't just
watching. food providers. They are true devotees of the
n The hallmark of Indianness: Wherever Indians land. One should learn from our farmers what it
go, they remain connected to the roots of their is to turn soil into gold. And our farmers today are
motherland and contribute to the development blending both tradition and technology.
of their Karambhoomi, the country they live and n Stream of Faith: Whether it’s the Maha Kumbh
work in. or the Kerala Kumbh, it’s not just a festival
Organ Donation: Awareness about organ dona- of bathing. It’s a reminiscential awakening of
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tion is steadily rising in India. This is helping those memory. It’s a re-remembrance of culture. From
who are in need of it. It is also strengthening North to South, the rivers may be different, the
medical research in the country. Many organi- banks may be different, but the stream of faith is
zations and individuals are doing extraordinary the same – this is Bharat.
work in this direction. n Popular Leaders: In our country, those who have

n Amrit Mahotsav: During the Azadi Ka Amrit worked for the welfare of society… those who
Mahotsav, I spoke of the 'Panch-Pran'; one of have prioritised the public in their noble deeds
them is freedom from the mentality of slavery. always remain in the hearts of the people. Amma
Today, the country is leaving behind the symbols Jayalalithaa ji was one such popular leader.

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