QuoteLok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan releases two books on PM Narendra Modi, hands over first copies to the President
Quote‘Mann Ki Baat: A Social Revolution on Radio’, highlights PM Modi’s effective use of radio as a medium to connect with common citizens
Quote‘Marching With A Billion Dreams’ focuses on PM Narendra Modi’s way of governance
QuotePM Narendra Modi is a very effective communicator: President Pranab Mukherjee
QuoteMann Ki Baat is an ingenious and influential communication platform created by PM Modi: Vice President
QuoteIssues raised by PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat are very relevant: Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan
QuotePM Modi effectively uses radio to directly communicate with people: Arun Jaitley

Lok Sabha Speaker, Smt. Sumitra Mahajan today released two books on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and handed over the first copies to President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee today at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The first book, ‘Mann Ki Baat: A Social Revolution on Radio’ has been compiled by Bluekraft Digital Foundation*. The book highlights PM Narendra Modi’s effective use of radio as a medium to connect with common citizens across length and breadth of the country. The book has two parts – first part being analysis of Mann Ki Baat and the second having the transcripts of Prime Minister’s Mann Ki Baat episodes.

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While introducing the book, Shri Rajesh Jain said that PM Modi had frequently highlighted issues like cleanliness, skill development, education, women empowerment and youth-led development through his Mann Ki Baat. He added that PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat had remained apolitical even during elections and he had been able to connect with people from all walks of life.

The second book, ‘Marching With A Billion Dreams’ has been authored by Shri Uday Mahurkar. The book focuses on PM Narendra Modi’s way of governance. Introducing the book, Shri Uday Mahurkar said that in the last three years of the government, there had been great focus on transparency.

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While addressing the guests at the book release, President Pranab Mukherjee said, “PM Narendra Modi is a very effective communicator. The subjects chosen by PM Narendra Modi in Mann Ki Baat affect the lives of a billion people. He has given new direction to the economy. Some decisions have been epoch making ones.”

Vice President, Shri Hamid Ansari said that Mann Ki Baat was an ingenious and influential communication platform created by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that Mann Ki Baat had become an important element of the Prime Minister’s direct-to-people communication strategy, encompassing social media platforms like Twitter, the government’s citizen engagement platform, mygov.in, and his personal App.

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Lok Sabha Speaker, Smt. Sumitra Mahajan said that Mann Ki Baat had become a medium of two-way interaction and gained immense popularity. Shedding light on several aspects of the books, the Lok Sabha Speaker said, “The issues raised in Mann Ki Baat are very relevant that can connect widely. Under the Prime Minister's leadership the push to digital infrastructure is commendable.”

Finance Minister, Shri Arun Jaitley said that India was looking for decisive leadership in 2014. Appreciating the Prime Minister for Mann Ki Baat, he added, “Over the years the radio saw decline. But it was the PM who spotted the strength of the radio as a medium. The Prime Minister uses the radio to directly communicate with the people.” 

* An earlier version of the article inadvertently mentioned Rajesh Jain as the author. The book is compiled by Bluekraft Digital Foundation. Rajesh Jain introduced the book at the event as the Director of Bluekraft Digital Foundation.

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Prime Minister congratulates eminent personalities nominated to Rajya Sabha by the President of India
July 13, 2025

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to four distinguished individuals who have been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India.

In a series of posts on social media platform X, the Prime Minister highlighted the contributions of each nominee.

The Prime Minister lauded Shri Ujjwal Nikam for his exemplary devotion to the legal profession and unwavering commitment to constitutional values. He said Shri Nikam has been a successful lawyer who played a key role in important legal cases and consistently worked to uphold the dignity of common citizens. Shri Modi welcomed his nomination to the Rajya Sabha and wished him success in his parliamentary role.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri Ujjwal Nikam’s devotion to the legal field and to our Constitution is exemplary. He has not only been a successful lawyer but also been at the forefront of seeking justice in important cases. During his entire legal career, he has always worked to strengthen Constitutional values and ensure common citizens are always treated with dignity. It’s gladdening that the President of India has nominated him to the Rajya Sabha. My best wishes for his Parliamentary innings.”

Regarding Shri C. Sadanandan Master, the Prime Minister described his life as a symbol of courage and resistance to injustice. He said that despite facing violence and intimidation, Shri Sadanandan Master remained committed to national development. The Prime Minister also praised his contributions as a teacher and social worker and noted his passion for youth empowerment. He congratulated him on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rashtrapati Ji and wished him well in his new responsibilities.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri C. Sadanandan Master’s life is the epitome of courage and refusal to bow to injustice. Violence and intimidation couldn’t deter his spirit towards national development. His efforts as a teacher and social worker are also commendable. He is extremely passionate towards youth empowerment. Congratulations to him for being nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rahstrapati Ji. Best wishes for his role as MP.”

On the nomination of Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla, the Prime Minister stated that he has distinguished himself as a diplomat, intellectual, and strategic thinker. He appreciated Shri Shringla’s contributions to India’s foreign policy and his role in India’s G20 Presidency. The Prime Minister said he is glad to see him nominated to the Rajya Sabha and expressed confidence that his insights will enrich parliamentary debates.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla Ji has excelled as a diplomat, intellectual and strategic thinker. Over the years, he’s made key contributions to India’s foreign policy and also contributed to our G20 Presidency. Glad that he’s been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President of India. His unique perspectives will greatly enrich Parliamentary proceedings.
@harshvshringla”

Commenting on the nomination of Dr. Meenakshi Jain, the Prime Minister said it is a matter of immense joy. He acknowledged her distinguished work as a scholar, researcher, and historian, and noted her contributions to education, literature, history, and political science. He extended his best wishes for her tenure in the Rajya Sabha.

The Prime Minister said;

“It’s a matter of immense joy that Dr. Meenakshi Jain Ji has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rashtrapati Ji. She has distinguished herself as a scholar, researcher and historian. Her work in the fields of education, literature, history and political science have enriched academic discourse significantly. Best wishes for her Parliamentary tenure.
@IndicMeenakshi”