Twelve Years of Mann Ki Baat
Mann Ki Baat Completes Twelve Years of Public Outreach: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ completed 12 years on 3 October 2026. The programme began on 3 October 2014, coinciding with Vijayadashami, and has since developed into a major platform for highlighting citizen-led initiatives.
The programme has featured stories related to education, healthcare, environmental conservation, innovation, culture and social service. Its focus has frequently been on individuals and community initiatives contributing to social development.
Static GK fact: Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, marks the culmination of the Navratri period and is traditionally associated with the triumph of good over evil.
Beginning and Major Milestones
The inaugural episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ was broadcast on 3 October 2014 as a monthly radio programme intended to establish direct communication with citizens.
A major milestone was reached with the 100th episode on 30 April 2023. The episode highlighted the contributions and experiences of citizens whose work had been featured or recognised through the programme.
The 138th episode was broadcast on 27 September 2026. Previous episodes have been archived through the official platforms associated with the Prime Minister.
Broadcast Network
‘Mann Ki Baat’ is primarily associated with All India Radio (AIR), which is now known as Akashvani. The programme is generally broadcast on the last Sunday of every month at 11:00 AM.
Its distribution extends beyond radio. The programme is carried through Akashvani and Doordarshan and is also made available through AIR News platforms and the Newsonair mobile application.
The programme is additionally streamed through YouTube channels operated by AIR News, DD News, the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Multilingual Reach
A notable feature of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is its extensive linguistic outreach. According to government information, the programme has been broadcast through All India Radio in 22 Indian languages and 29 dialects.
It has also been translated into 11 foreign languages, enabling the programme to reach audiences beyond India’s diverse linguistic regions.
Static GK Tip: Akashvani is the popular name used for All India Radio, India’s national public radio broadcaster.
Themes of Public Participation
Over the years, the programme has discussed a wide range of subjects connected with public participation. These include education and skill development, healthcare, environmental protection, entrepreneurship, culture, heritage and grassroots sports.
Local products, traditional practices and citizen-led social initiatives have also received attention. This emphasis makes the programme an important source of examples related to community participation and social development.
Significance of the 100th Episode
The 100th episode represented an important institutional milestone for the programme. It also reinforced the focus on recognising ordinary citizens and community initiatives rather than limiting discussions to government programmes.
The programme’s long-running format demonstrates the continuing role of radio and multilingual public communication in reaching diverse sections of society.
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Mann Ki Baat Completes Twelve Years of Public Outreach:
| Fact | Detail |
| Programme | Mann Ki Baat |
| Launched | 3 October 2014 |
| Occasion of launch | Vijayadashami |
| 12th anniversary | 3 October 2026 |
| Latest episode mentioned | 138th episode |
| 138th episode | 27 September 2026 |
| 100th episode | 30 April 2023 |
| Regular broadcast | Last Sunday of the month at 11 AM |
| Main broadcaster | Akashvani / All India Radio |
| Indian languages | 22 languages and 29 dialects |
| Foreign languages | 11 languages |
| Major themes | Education, health, environment, innovation and social service |
