Obama's India visit: PM Narendra Modi, Barack Obama to jointly address nation over radio broadcast 'Mann ki Baat'

The programme will be aired on January 27, the PM revealed himself today through a series of tweets and asked for questions from the public.

Obama's India visit: PM Narendra Modi, Barack Obama to jointly address nation over radio broadcast 'Mann ki Baat'
NEW DELHI: The monthly ' Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi this time will be special as he will be joined by US President Barack Obama.

The programme will be aired on January 27, the Prime Minister revealed himself today through a series of tweets and asked for questions from the public.

"This month's 'Mann Ki Baat' episode will be a special one, where our Republic Day guest @BarackObama & I will share our thoughts together," Modi tweeted.



"I am eagerly looking forward to the special 'Mann Ki Baat' programme with President @BarackObama, which will be aired on 27th January," he added.


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Modi has been addressing the nation over radio every month since October last through the 'Mann Ki Baat' programme.

"'Mann Ki Baat' with President @BarackObama will not be complete without your participation! Send your Qs till the 25th, using #AskObamaModi," the Prime Minister said.

He said questions could also be posted on 'MyGov' website.

"#AskObamaModi & be a part of this memorable 'Mann Ki Baat' programme, illustrating a special bond between India &USA," Modi said.
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