New Delhi, Dec 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the Constitution of India has stood the test of time and has been a guiding light for the citizens.
He addressed the year’s last and 117th episode of the monthly radio show ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ saying “On 26 January 2025, our Constitution will complete 75 years of its implementation. It is a matter of great pride for all of us. The Constitution handed over to us by our Constitution makers has stood the test of time. The Constitution is a guiding light for us, our guide,” the Prime Minister said.
He said that the government has also rolled out a special website to connect the citizens with the legacy of the Constitution.
Honouring the milestone of India completing 75 years of Constitution next January, PM Modi announced that a nationwide campaign has been created, inviting citizens to read the Preamble and share their videos on the holy book.
“In this, you can upload your video by reading the preamble of the constitution. You can read the Constitution in different languages and can also ask questions about the Constitution. I request the listeners of ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ school-going children, and college-going youth to definitely visit this website and become a part of it,” he said.
Talking about the health achievements, PM Modi said, “In India, there has been an 80 percent reduction in the number of malaria cases and deaths between 2015 & 2023.
“Malaria ranks third among all infectious diseases that kill children between one month and five years of age. Today, I can say with satisfaction that the countrymen have collectively and strongly fought this challenge,” he added.
He, however, further added, “The Ayushman Bharat Yojana played an important role in the timely treatment of cancer patients.
“Because of this scheme, 90 percent of cancer patients have been able to start their treatment on time. This has happened because earlier, due to lack of money, poor patients used to shy away from getting tested for cancer and its treatment. Now, the Ayushman Bharat Yojana has become a big support for them,” he said.
