Kurukshetra (Haryana) [India], April 5 (HBTV): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said that in the 120th episode of the monthly Mann Ki Baat radio programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted key contributions made by citizens across the country.

Saini listened to PM Modi's programme in Kurukshetra and addressed reporters afterward.

‘Today, I listened to PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat programme. I extend my wishes to everyone on the occasion of Navratri. Every month, PM Modi holds Mann Ki Baat. In it, he addresses all the good work done by the various citizens of the country, which inspires other people...’, the Haryana Chief Minister said.

In his address, the Prime Minister acknowledged the significant efforts made by several cities in tackling the challenge of textile waste, citing Panipat in Haryana among the leading examples.

‘Friends, some cities are also carving a new identity for themselves in dealing with textile waste. Panipat in Haryana is emerging as a global hub for textile recycling. Bengaluru is also creating a distinct identity for itself with innovative tech solutions. More than half of the textile waste is collected here, which is an example for our other cities as well. Similarly, Tirupur in Tamil Nadu is engaged in textile waste management through wastewater treatment and renewable energy,’ the Prime Minister said.

He also highlighted the recently concluded Khelo India Para Games and congratulated athletes from various states, including Haryana.

‘...the players surprised everyone with their dedication and talent, once again. This time, more players participated in these games than earlier. This shows how popular Para Sports is becoming. I congratulate all the players participating in the Khelo India Para Games for their sterling efforts. My best wishes for the players of Haryana, Tamil Nadu and UP for securing the first, second and third positions, respectively. During these games, our divyang players also set 18 national records,’ the Prime Minister said.

Extending his greetings for the upcoming festivals, PM Modi also reflected on the cultural unity of India.

‘These festivals happen at different parts of the country, but these show how unity is woven in the diversity of India. We must keep strengthening this feeling of unity,’ he said.

The Prime Minister added, ‘Today is the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of the month of Chaitra, today marks the beginning of Chaitra Navratri, also beginning Indian New Year, Vikram Samvat is starting. I have many of your letters in front of me—some from Bihar, some from Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat. People have sent their mann ki baat in various ways. I wish to read some of the messages.’

He went on to read letters in various regional languages from citizens who had extended greetings on Ugadi, Sansar Padwa, Gudi Padwa, the Hindu New Year, and other festivals.

(ANI)