NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, APRIL 24
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that over 20,000 crore digital transactions are taking place on a daily basis wherein small online payments are helping to build a big digital economy.
Addressing the nation in his 88th monthly programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, he said digital transactions worth over Rs 20,000 crore are now taking place daily in the country and asserted that this is not only increasing facilities but also encouraging an environment of honesty.
During my interactions with #ExamWarriors, I come across some students who fear mathematics. One of the many ways to sharpen mathematical skills is Vedic Maths. Spoke about it and also interacted with someone who has been passionate about it for two decades. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/FLCHZ9DJh3
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 24, 2022
“Now digital transactions worth Rs 20,000 crore are taking place daily in the country and in March, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions even reached Rs 10 lakh crore,” he said.
Summer vacations are here and why not spend some time visiting a local museum! Share your #MuseumMemories on social media so that others can also know more about our rich and diverse culture. #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/PGxRIV33GH
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 24, 2022
In his remarks, he noted that just like in sports, ‘divyangjan’ are doing wonders in arts, academics and many other fields.
“With the power of technology, they are achieving greater heights,” he said.
Talking about water conservation, he said that it is the basis of life of every living being and water is also the biggest resource that is why our ancestors gave so much emphasis on water conservation.
“I urge all of you to know about such old ponds, wells and lakes in your area. Due to the Amrit Sarovar Abhiyan, along with water conservation, a distinct identity of your area will also develop. With this, local tourist places will also be developed in cities, localities, people will also get a place to walk around.
Let us take a pledge to conserve water and save life in the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav of freedom. We will save water drop by drop and save every single life,” he added.
PM Modi’s ‘Vacation Suggestion’
Imploring Indians to visit local museums during holidays and connect with their past, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 88th ‘Mann ki Baat’ hailed the opening up of the Pradhan Mantri Sanghralay on Sunday.
“The country has got a ‘Pradhan Mantri Sanghralay’, it has been opened for the people of the country. It’s a matter of pride that we are remembering the contribution of PMs, it’s connecting the youth of the country with them,” he said.
The Prime Minister asked people to visit their local museum during holidays and share their experiences using the hashtag #MuseumMemories, online.
The leader said people were donating many items to museums and adding to the cultural heritage of India. “Amid the Covid pandemic, the focus on the digitisation of museums has increased. Young people must visit museums with their friends in upcoming vacations,” he said.
Last Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had shared a magazine based on the most recent episode of Mann ki Baat. The prime minister had also invited people to the next episode of his monthly radio address.
“Here’s an interesting magazine on last month’s #MannKiBaat, where we discussed a variety of topics such as India’s increased exports, Ayurveda start-ups, water conservation, and traditional fairs. Join us for the next episode on the 24th “, Prime Minister Modi had tweeted.
‘Mann ki Baat’ is a monthly radio programme broadcast on All India Radio in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with the nation.