In the 126th episode of his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to two towering figures in India’s musical landscape – Lata Mangeshkar and Zubeen Garg. Broadcast on September 28, 2025, the episode saw Prime Minister honouring these legends whose voices have left an indelible mark on the nation’s soul.
PM honours Lata Mangeshkar
Lata Mangeshkar, often hailed as the ‘Nightingale of India,’ was commemorated on her birth anniversary. PM Modi reflected on her unparalleled contributions to Indian music, talking about how her songs stirred human emotions and inspired patriotism. He recounted his personal connection with her, recalling how she would send him a rakhi every year.
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