PM Modi to address 134th Mann Ki Baat episode on Sunday
Synopsis
The 134th episode of PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' airs Sunday at 11 am — and the previous episode showed why it still commands attention: a prime ministerial mention of Kalari cheese from Udhampur sent local sales soaring, while the spotlight on a Kerala student's EGMO silver medal amplified national pride. The programme remains a uniquely direct channel between the PM and citizens on culture, science, and achievement.
Key Takeaways
PM Modi will address the 134th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11 am IST .
The programme will air on All India Radio (Akashvani) , DD News , and official government digital channels.
The previous episode on 27 April highlighted the Abhilekh Patal Portal , giving public access to over 20 crore digitised historical documents.
Sanjana Philo Chacko from Thiruvananthapuram was celebrated for winning a silver medal at EGMO 2026 in Bordeaux, France .
Modi's mention of Kalari cheese from Udhampur, J&K at an earlier episode reportedly drove a sharp spike in its sales.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the 134th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, 1 June 2025, officials confirmed on Saturday. The broadcast is scheduled for 11 am IST across All India Radio (Akashvani), DD News, and official government digital platforms.
What the Previous Episode Covered
In the 133rd episode aired on 27 April, Modi spotlighted the National Archives of India's newly launched Abhilekh Patal Portal, which has digitised and made publicly accessible more than 20 crore historical documents. The portal houses reference material from nearly 100 million files preserved by the institution.
'In these rapidly changing times, technology has become a huge part of our lives. Today, we are witnessing the wonders of technology in connecting our past with the present,' Modi said during that episode. He specifically highlighted 7th-century Gilgit manuscripts written on Bhoj Patra and an 8th-century grid-based numerical text, Shri Bhuvalay, among the digitised records now available to the public.
Student Achievement and Cultural Heritage in Focus
The April episode also celebrated Sanjana Philo Chacko, a Class 12 student from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, who won a silver medal at the European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2026 held in Bordeaux, France. Sanjana was part of India's four-member team selected through a rigorous multi-stage national selection process.
Modi also drew attention to Kalari cheese — a traditional delicacy from Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, sometimes called the 'Mozzarella of Kashmir' — which had recently won recognition at an international cheese competition in Brazil. Following the prime ministerial mention, sales of the local product reportedly surged sharply.
About Mann Ki Baat
'Mann Ki Baat' is a monthly radio address in which Modi engages directly with citizens on themes spanning education, culture, science, and social achievement. Since its launch in October 2014, the programme has become one of the most widely broadcast radio addresses in India, reaching audiences across Akashvani's national and regional networks as well as digital channels.
What to Expect on Sunday
Details of the topics Modi will address in the 134th episode have not been disclosed ahead of the broadcast. The programme airs at 11 am IST and is also available on the MyGov platform and the NaMo App for digital listeners. Citizens can submit inputs and questions to the programme in advance through official government channels.
Point of View
But its real impact is in the micro — a mention of Kalari cheese sends sales soaring, a student's Olympiad win gets amplified nationally. That is a media reach few platforms can replicate. The question mainstream coverage rarely asks is whether this direct-to-citizen channel is also shaping the news agenda in ways that sidestep editorial scrutiny. At 134 episodes and counting, it is worth examining what themes consistently get airtime — and which ones do not.
NationPress
17 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where can I watch or listen to the 134th Mann Ki Baat episode?
The 134th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' will be broadcast on Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11 am IST on All India Radio (Akashvani), DD News, and official government digital platforms including the MyGov portal and NaMo App.
What is Mann Ki Baat?
'Mann Ki Baat' is PM Narendra Modi's monthly radio address, launched in October 2014, in which he speaks directly to citizens on topics including education, culture, science, and individual achievement. It is one of the most widely distributed radio programmes in India.
What did PM Modi discuss in the previous Mann Ki Baat episode?
In the 133rd episode on 27 April, Modi highlighted the Abhilekh Patal Portal of the National Archives of India, which has digitised over 20 crore historical documents. He also celebrated Kerala student Sanjana Philo Chacko's silver medal at EGMO 2026 and spoke about Kalari cheese from Udhampur, J&K.
What is the Abhilekh Patal Portal that Modi mentioned?
The Abhilekh Patal Portal is a National Archives of India initiative that digitises and provides free public access to archival records, including nearly 100 million files. It includes rare items such as 7th-century Gilgit manuscripts and the 8th-century Shri Bhuvalay text.
Who is Sanjana Philo Chacko?
Sanjana Philo Chacko is a Class 12 student from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, who won a silver medal at the European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2026 held in Bordeaux, France. She was part of India's four-member team selected through a national multi-stage selection process.
