Archive · 26 Jan 2026
PM Modi Discusses Culture and Startups in Mann Ki Baat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on his radio show, Mann Ki Baat.
He talked about how Indian culture is spreading around the world and how young people are keeping traditional devotional songs alive in a modern way called 'bhajan clubbing.'
He also praised the Indian community in Malaysia for preserving Indian traditions.
Additionally, he encouraged startups to focus on quality and mentioned that India now has the third-largest startup ecosystem in the world.
He celebrated the diversity of sectors that Indian startups are working in, from AI to green hydrogen.
PM Modi highlighted the global presence of Indian culture and festivals during the 130th Mann Ki Baat.
He emphasized the role of the Indian diaspora in preserving and promoting Indian heritage, citing Malaysia as an example.
PM Modi praised the trend of 'bhajan clubbing' among Gen Z, calling it a modern way to keep devotional songs alive.
He urged Indian startups to focus on quality and manufacturing zero-defect products.
Modi noted that India has become the third-largest startup ecosystem in the world, with startups working in diverse sectors.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- What
- Discussed global Indian culture, Bhajan clubbing, and startup ecosystem
- When
- During the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- To emphasize the importance of preserving Indian heritage and promoting quality manufacturing
- Event
- 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat
- Speaker
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Main Themes
- Global footprint of Indian culture, Bhajan clubbing, Startup ecosystem
- Key Message
- Promoting Indian heritage and quality manufacturing
- Example
- 500 Tamil schools in Malaysia
- Cultural Event
- Bhajan clubbing
- Startup Sectors
- AI, space, nuclear energy, semiconductors, mobility, green hydrogen, biotechnology
Sources
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Mann Ki Baat 2026: PM Modi Revisits 2016 To Highlight India’s Start-up Surge And Quality Push
Mann Ki Baat's 130th Episode: PM Modi Highlights Power Of Collective Action In Solving Local Problems
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