Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the contribution of police personnel and said that the women police forces are becoming role models for millions of daughters of India.
Addressing the nation on the 82nd edition of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi also lauded health workers for their 'tireless hard work' over vaccine success.
As India crossed the 100 crore vaccine milestone on October 22, PM Modi called it a result of the hard work of lakhs of health workers. He expressed gratitude to every Indian "who gave such height and success to the 'Vaccine-Free Vaccine for All' campaign."
"I am aware of the capabilities of the people of my country. I knew that our healthcare workers would leave no stone unturned to vaccinate their countrymen. Today, after 100 crore Covid-19 vaccinations, the country is moving ahead with new energy. The success of our vaccination program shows the capability of India to the world," PM Modi said.
Here are the top quotes from PM Modi's Mann ki Baat address:
-India is working on using drones for transportation, be it for delivery of goods at home or assistance during emergencies or monitoring law and order. Soon, drones will be deployed for all such needs. Drones are being used in the delivery of Covid-19 vaccines.
-India had signed the Charter of the United Nations in 1945 prior to independence. Today, on October 24, 'United Nations Day' is celebrated. Today, when the UN was formed, India became associated with it. A unique aspect related to the United Nations is that the women power of India has played a big role in increasing the influence and power of the United Nations.
-New Drone Policy designed according to present and future possibilities related to it. After the introduction of this policy, many foreign and domestic startups have invested in drone start-ups. The Army, Navy and IAF have placed orders of more than Rs 500 crore to Indian companies for drones.
-My respect to Sardar Patel on his birth anniversary. On 31 October, we celebrate Rashtriya Ekta Divas. Let us all associate ourselves with activities which help in national unity. Sardar Patel said that we need to be united in order to flourish and this message must resonate with the people in the country.