Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi celebrated Raksha Bandhan with children today at 7 pm, Lok Kalyan Marg.
The children tied Rakhi to the Prime Minister, who interacted with them on various issues. The children shared their positive feelings about the recent success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission and expressed their excitement about the upcoming Aditya L-1 mission.
During the interaction, the children also recited poems and sang songs. Impressed by their articulation, the Prime Minister encouraged them to explore the possibility of writing poems on different topics, including government programs that benefit the public. Explaining the importance of Aatmanirbharta, the Prime Minister also advised children to use Made in India products.
Several students participated in the celebration, accompanied by their teachers. Representatives of NGOs, widows from Vrindavan and other people were also present.
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