Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 29, 2026) addressed the nation during his monthly Mann Ki Baat program, highlighting the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and urging citizens to avoid spreading rumors. He emphasized the need for unity in overcoming the crisis, which he linked to the region’s critical role in India’s energy security. Modi noted that the world, having emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic, was expected to progress toward renewed growth. However, he pointed out that conflicts continue to erupt in various parts of the globe, with a particularly intense war in the region neighboring India. He expressed concern for the millions of Indians living in Gulf countries, many of whom are family members or workers. Modi thanked the Gulf nations for their support to over 1 crore Indians, stressing the importance of solidarity during these difficult times. The Prime Minister highlighted the impact of the crisis on global energy prices, noting that the West Asian region remains a vital hub for India’s fuel needs. He called for collective action to address the challenges, warning against politicizing the issue and spreading misinformation. “Those who are spreading rumors are causing major harm to the country,” he said, urging citizens to rely solely on government-provided information. Modi also acknowledged several nation-building initiatives. He praised the Gyan Bharatam Survey, which aims to document manuscripts across the country, and encouraged people to share images of manuscripts via the Gyan Bharatam App. He noted that thousands of manuscripts have already been submitted, with each entry verified before being recorded. Another initiative highlighted was MY Bharat’s budget quest, which connects youth with the budget-making process.#gulf_nations #prime_minister_narendra_modi #west_asia #mann_ki_baat #gyan_bharatam_survey
