Bhubaneswar, March 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his latest Mann Ki Baat address, highlighted inspiring stories from across the country, with two individuals from Odisha, Om Prakash Rath and Sujata Bhuyan, earning special mention for their contributions to nation-building and grassroots innovation.

Focusing on the power of India's youth, the Prime Minister spoke about the success of the MY Bharat "Budget Quest" initiative, which saw participation from nearly 12 lakh young people across the country. The initiative aimed to connect youth with policymaking and the Union Budget process. From this, around 1.6 lakh participants were selected for an essay competition, reflecting the enthusiasm and depth of thought among young Indians....