New Delhi, Aug. 30 -- Leaders from across the country on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 137th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', highlighting its focus on a drug-free India, people's initiatives and Bengali cinema icon Uttam Kumar.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said the episode was inspiring and had resonated with women and the general public, while highlighting the Prime Minister's focus on ensuring a drug-free youth.

"Today marked the 137th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' program. The narrative presented today was highly inspiring and has certainly resonated deeply with our mothers, sisters, and the general public," Majhi said.

He said a key theme of the discussion was Drugs-Free India, with ...