New Delhi: Extending greetings for New Year festivities like Gudi Padwa, Ugadi and Saunsaar Padwa being celebrated in different parts of the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said these festivals and the coming festivals like Rongali Bihu, Poila Boishakh and Navreh show how unity is woven into the diversity of India. During the 120th edition of his monthly radio broadcast Mann ki Baat, Mr Modi mentioned Eid and shared culture between countries. He also talked about water conservation, summer vacations, flowers and the upcoming International Yoga Day, among other issues.
“These festivals of ours may be in different regions, but they show how unity is woven into the diversity of India. We have to keep reinforcing this spirit of unity on our way ahead,” said Mr Modi. With summer vacations approaching, Mr Modi spoke about several activities for the children to do during the holidays.
He also recalled his childhood days when he and his friends used to do something constructive and learn too. The PM also spoke about the special MY-Bharat calendar, which has been prepared for the summer vacations. The Prime Minister also talked about water conservation efforts being taken up in several cities and villages and also preparations for the "Catch the Rain" campaign.
He said that during the last 7-8 years, over 11 billion cubic metres of water have been conserved through newly built tanks, ponds and other water recharge structures. He said the amount of water conserved i.