New Delhi, Oct 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday appealed to the countrymen to remember soldiers stationed on the borders and Corona warriors who helped people them in their lives during the spread of Corona pandemic.



Addressing his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme, the Prime Minister said, 'Friends, we must also think of our braveheart soldiers who are firmly stationed on our borders in the line of duty, even during these festive times…all in the service and security of Mother India.



We have to celebrate our festivals bearing them in mind. We have to light a lamp at home in honour of these brave sons and daughters of Mother India.

I would also like to assure our brave soldiers that despite they being away at the borders, the entire country is with them, wishing well for them. I also salute the sacrifice of those families, whose sons and daughters are on the border today.'



'I express gratitude to each and every person who is away from home

and family on account of discharging duty to the country in one way or the other,'the PM said.



Referring to those giving service to society during the lockdown imposed in the country due to the Corona pandemic, the Prime Minister said,'Friends, amid the gaiety of festivities, we should spare a thought for the lockdown period. During the lockdown, we closely came to know about those members of society, without whom our lives would be miserable. Sanitation workers, brothers and sisters working as domestic helps, local vegetable

vendors, milkmen, security guards….we have now felt the significance of their roles in our lives in a better way.



During the moment of crisis, they were with you; they stood by all of us. Now, during the festivities, amid the rejoicing, we must take them along. I earnestly urge you to ensure, in whatever way, in making them a part of your celebrations. Treat them as members of your own family…..you will see for yourself how your joy rises by leaps and bounds.'



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