In his today’s Mann Ki Baat program, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the entire countrymen on the occasion of Chhath festival and described it as a symbol of deep unity between culture, nature and society. He said that there is festive joy in the entire country at this time.

The Prime Minister said that recently we all celebrated Diwali and now a large number of people are preparing to celebrate the great festival of Chhath. PM Modi described Chhath festival as a symbol of deep unity between culture, nature and society.

PM Modi said that every section of the society stands together on the ghats of Chhath, which is the most beautiful example of India’s social unity. He gave a message to all the countrymen that no matter which corner of the country or the world you are in, definitely participate in this great festival of Chhath and experience this experience. He bowed to Chhathi Maiya and especially wished the people of Bihar, Jharkhand and Purvanchal a very happy Chhath festival.

What did PM Modi say on Indian breed of dogs?

PM Modi said, “About five years ago, I had discussed Indian breed dogs in this program. I had urged the countrymen as well as our security forces to adopt Indian breed dogs, because they adapt more easily to our environment and conditions. BSF and CRPF have increased the number of Indian breed dogs in their squads. For training of dogs BSF’s National Training Center is in Tekanpur, Gwalior. Here, special focus is being given to Rampur Hound of Uttar Pradesh, Mudhol Hound of Karnataka and Maharashtra.

PM Modi further said, “Training manuals for Indian breed dogs have been rewritten to bring out their unique strengths. Indian dogs like Mongreles, Mudhol Hounds, Kombai and Pandicona are being trained at CRPF’s Dog Breeding and training school in Bengaluru. Last year in Lucknow, All India Police Duty Meet was organized. At that time, a dog named Riya had attracted people’s attention. This is a Mudhol Hound which has been trained by BSF. Riya won the first prize here by defeating many foreign breeds.”

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned Jitendra Singh Rathore in the Mann Ki Baat program on Sunday. Rathore is from Bharatpur, Rajasthan and is a security guard by profession. He has compiled the data of all the soldiers who sacrificed life during their duty. This effort of him incorporates thousands of soldiers from World War I to the present time.

Jitendra Singh Rathore said in a conversation with ANI that I am from Bharatpur, Rajasthan. For the last 26 years, I have been working on the path of patriotism. It is a matter of pride for me that my hard work and my voice reached the Prime Minister. My dream is to make a ‘martyr hall’, where my compiled information is safe and people can be shown. “

#Watch Jitendra Singh Rathore Gives Details on his compilation; Says, “I hail from bharatpur, rajasthan … I feel happy to be working on the path of patriotism for the last 26 years … My voice has reacted the PM of the Country. I am HAPPY … I want to build a ‘shaheed hall… https://t.co/X2Br6VZAKR pic.twitter.com/enfjru345e

– ANI (@ani) August 31, 2025

Rathore collecting stories from every part of the country

Rathore further stated that their purpose is not only to collect data, but to record and preserve the sacrifice of soldiers of every part of the country properly. This includes the names of the soldiers, the date of their martyrdom and their heroic stories. He also said that this work is not just a profession for him but a path of patriotism.

#Watch Surat, Gujarat: In Mann Ki Baat, PM Narendra Modi mentioned jitendra singh rathore, a security guard who has been collected information about all suckers who have saldirs in thei lives in the Lives. He has compiled detailed records of thirds of Soldiers who… pic.twitter.com/6sfm0rnuks

– ANI (@ani) August 31, 2025

Rathore’s Prime Minister appreciated

Prime Minister Modi appreciated Jitendra’s contribution in his address and said that such people keep the spirit of patriotism alive in civil society. The PM also appealed to the youth to take inspiration from such efforts and be aware of their duties. This effort of Jitendra Singh Rathore is not limited to recording only.

Their goal is to know the sacrifice of soldiers and respect them. For this, they are working on a plan to build a martyr hall, where their compiled information will be kept safe and will be made available to the public.

Work for soldiers for 26 years

This attempt to preserve the stories of thousands of soldiers and their sacrifice across the country is not only a person’s commitment, but is also an example of civil responsibility towards the country. This work of Jitendra Singh Rathore reminds that patriotism is expressed not only in words but also in actions.

In this way, 26 years of hard work and dedication has brought Jitendra Singh Rathore to a place where his efforts were appreciated at the Prime Minister level and became a source of inspiration for the whole country.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the deep interest of the boys and girls of the state in ‘Mann Ki Baat’. He said that there is no shortage of talent among the youth, but they definitely lack opportunities.

CM Omar Abdullah wrote on the social media platform X, “Thank you for highlighting deep interest in all sports of boys and girls of Jammu and Kashmir. PM Modi ji does not lack talent or enthusiasm among the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, unfortunately he lacks opportunities and performances. ”

Thank you for highlighting the keen interest the boys & girls of j&K have all the sports @narendramodi Ji. The Youth of J&K Don’t Lack for Talent or Enthusiasm, Unfortunately They Lack Opportunity & Exposure. Your mention of their sporting Professes will certainly add to their… https://t.co/wqdi2kjmi

– Omar abdullah (@omarabdullah) August 31, 2025

The mention of sportsmanship will increase the enthusiasm of youth- Omar Abdullah

He further wrote, “The mention of the sportsmanship of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir will definitely increase their enthusiasm. I hope that the corporate world will also use its corporate social responsibility (CSR) fund to help in the development of the infrastructure of sports in Jammu and Kashmir.

What did PM Modi say in ‘Mann Ki Baat’?

PM Narendra Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ praised the enthusiasm of sports among the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. He said that the first day-night cricket match held in Pulwama and ‘Khelo India Water Sports’ filled the youth. These events not only promoted the game, but also gave an opportunity to bring new talents at the local level.

Referring to the first day night cricket match held in Pulwama, he said, “Thousands of people enjoyed the match at a stadium in Pulwama. There was a time when it was difficult to think so, but now our country is changing.