India Showcased Leadership By Making African Union Full G20 Member: PM Modi Addresses 'Mann Ki Baat'

PM Modi lauded India's leadership as he said the country showcased its prowess by making the African Union a permanent member of the G20 bloc while addressing the 105th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation through the 105th edition of his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat'. He said that India showcased its leadership by making the African Union a full member of the G20 bloc and added that the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor proposed during the Summit is also set to become a cornerstone of global trade for times to come. Talking about the year-long events of the G20, the PM said that a 'G20 University' connect programme will soon be launched in Delhi.

Here Are Top Quotes From PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat'

G20: After the success of Chandrayaan-3, the grand event of G-20 doubled the happiness of every Indian. In this summit, India has proved its leadership by making the African Union a full member of the G-20, PM stated.

Who can forget that scene during the G-20 Summit in Delhi, when many world leaders reached Rajghat together to pay homage to Bapu. This is a big proof of how relevant Bapu's thoughts are even today across the world.

India-Middle East-Europe corridor will become basis of world trade for hundreds of years, PM Modi said.

He added, "Throughout the year, programmes related to G20 were held at numerous universities in the country. Now in this series, another exciting programme is about to take place in Delhi, which is G20 University connect programme."

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Prime Minister also expressed pride over the inclusion of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore's Santiniketan and Hoysala Temples of Karnataka as UNESCO world heritage sites. The PM said, "Matter of immense pride that Santiniketan associated with Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore and the Hoysala Temples of Karnataka have been declared world heritage sites. It is India's endeavour that our historical and cultural places get recognised as World Heritage Sites."

World Tourism Day: The Prime Minister said, "Two days from now, 27th September, is 'World Tourism Day'. Some people view tourism just as a means of touring and travelling, but a very big aspect of tourism is related to employment."

Ghoda Library In Nainital: "In our country, education is seen as a service... Youth in Nainital district have started a unique ‘Ghoda Library’ for children. Books are reaching children even in the most remote areas and not only this, the service is absolutely free...11-year-old Akarshana from Hyderabad manages seven libraries for children. The way she is contributing towards shaping the future of children, is inspiring," PM Modi said.