PM Modi Flags Drug Abuse Dangers, Highlights Space Industry Opportunities for Girls in Mann Ki Baat
· India · The Hindu, Zee News
In his 137th 'Mann ki Baat' radio address broadcast on Sunday (August 30, 2026), Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged the dangers of drug addiction, warning that it devastates not just individuals but entire families and society. He urged young musicians, students, theatre groups, and content creators to produce songs, plays, and social media posts in multiple languages that convey the message of a drug-free life. The Prime Minister also highlighted economic avenues opening up for women and girls, including in India's space industry, and praised cleanliness initiatives being undertaken by citizens. He noted that women account for approximately 46% of beneficiaries under the PM SVANidhi Yojana, translating to around 35 lakh women expanding their businesses through the scheme.
Why it matters
The episode signals the government's continued push on two key domestic priorities — anti-drug awareness among youth and women's economic empowerment — with PM SVANidhi Yojana emerging as a flagship vehicle for supporting street vendors, over a third of a crore of whom are now women.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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