Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In his monthly Mann Ki Baat address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted Odisha's traditional summer drink, Bael Pana, praising its role in keeping communities cool and healthy. He used Odisha as an example of India's rich indigenous culinary and agricultural traditions while addressing the ongoing summer heat across the country.

The Prime Minister urged citizens to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and follow government guidelines to protect their health amid soaring temperatures.

Focusing on traditional ways to combat the heat, PM Modi highlighted various indigenous drinks prepared in households across India. While Odisha offers Bael Pana, other states have their ow...