PM Modi urged celebrations for first-time voters, highlighted India’s startup growth, and stressed youth engagement in democracy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat on January 25, 2026, urged communities to celebrate first-time voters with sweets and joy, emphasizing voting as a civic duty. He highlighted India’s rise as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, citing advancements in AI, space, semiconductors, and green energy. Modi called for national excellence in manufacturing and entrepreneurship, while honoring the Constitution’s adoption and promoting youth engagement in democracy.