Ashok Nirbhay
New Delhi: The historic pakka chaupal of Madipur village in New Delhi became the center of a special collective experience on Sunday morning, as local residents, BJP workers, and RSS representatives gathered together to listen to the 121st edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. The event was chaired by Pradeep Yadav, BJP Mandal President of Madipur, and witnessed the presence of many prominent social and political figures from the area.
More than just a radio broadcast, the gathering evolved into a thoughtful dialogue and a display of social unity. The presence of Ashok Kumar, Co-Regional Publicity Head of the RSS’s Khel Bharati Cell, added intellectual depth to the event. He described Mann Ki Baat not merely as a medium of communication, but as a cultural initiative that guides society. Calling it the soul of Indian identity, he emphasized that the programme transcends politics and awakens societal consciousness.
Among the dignitaries present were BJP Vice President Sanjeev Sonkar, former General Secretary Ramshila, BJYM representatives Naveen Mittal Sen and Mayur Rathore, Minority Morcha’s Najakat Ali Khan, Mahila Morcha General Secretary Payal Phulwaria, district official Nilesh Chauhan, social worker Naresh Prajapati, Pandit Rajeev Sharma, Ramprakash Yadav, former head teacher of Madipur Shakha Krishna Kumar, along with Vinod Thakur and Rahul Prajapati. A large number of intellectual and civic-minded citizens also attended the event.
In his address, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the achievements of youth, women, and sportspersons, and emphasized the importance of positive energy, social harmony, and moral participation in the country. He reiterated that nation-building is not the sole responsibility of the government, but a duty of every citizen. His words were attentively received and appreciated by the audience, including youth, women, and elders.
Describing the occasion as a moment of pride, Mandal President Pradeep Yadav said that Mann Ki Baat is not just a radio show but a movement of ideas that connects the common people and inspires service to the nation. He added that in Madipur, a collective listening of the programme is organized every month to encourage local-level social dialogue.
The participation of the Mahila Morcha was particularly noteworthy. Its representatives praised the Prime Minister’s women-centric welfare schemes, acknowledging his efforts in promoting dignity and self-reliance among women.
The programme concluded with the chanting of the Gayatri Mantra, followed by refreshments served to all attendees. The gathering took a collective pledge not just to listen to the Prime Minister’s thoughts but to act upon them, making social service a priority. The event stood as a vibrant example of grassroots democracy in action in Madipur.
