Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi, Feb 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged his fellow citizens to make a commitment to switching from plastic to cloth bags, describing “waste to wealth” as a crucial component of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in his monthly radio programme “Mann Ki Baat” on Sunday.
The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, according to Prime Minister Modi in his 98th “Mann Ki Baat” speech, has altered the country’s definition of public involvement (jan bhagidaari).
The Prime Minister mentioned the youth-led cleanliness drive in “Mann Ki Baat.”
“There is a village in Haryana called Dulhedi. The youth here decided that Bhiwani city has to be made exemplary in terms of cleanliness. They formed an organisation called Yuva Swachhta Evam Janseva Samiti. The youth associated with this committee reach Bhiwani at 4 in the morning. Together, they run cleanliness drives at different places in the city. These people have so far cleared tons of garbage from different areas of the city,” he said.
Kamala Moharana, a citizen of Odisha’s Kendrapada area and leader of a self-help group, was also mentioned by Prime Minister Modi.
He claimed that using milk pouches and other plastic packaging, the ladies in this self-help organisation construct items like baskets and mobile stands.
“‘Waste to wealth’ is also an important dimension of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. This is becoming a good source of income for them along with ensuring cleanliness. If we take a resolution, we can make a huge contribution towards a clean India. At least, we all should take a pledge to replace plastic bags with cloth bags,” said PM Modi.
On “Mann ki Baat,” PM Modi also discussed Indian playthings and storytelling techniques. He claimed that “Mann Ki Baat” has become an excellent forum for public participation thanks to citizens.
PM Modi wished his fellow citizens a happy Holi and urged them to observe the occasion with the spirit of “Voice for Local.”
“Holi is just a few days away. I would like to wish a happy Holi to all of you. We have to celebrate our festival with the resolve of ‘Vocal for Local’. Do not forget to share your experiences with me as well,” said PM Modi.
