Bhubaneswar, July 27 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme today praised a group of women from Odisha's Keonjhar district, who are spreading awareness regarding forest fires through kirtans.

"The most beautiful glimpse of India's diversity is found in our folk songs and traditions, and our bhajans and kirtans are a part of this. But have you ever heard that people are made aware of forest fires through kirtans? You may not believe it, but amazing work is happening in Keonjhar district of Odisha. Here, there is a group named Radhakrishna Sankirtan Mandali," the PM said.

"Along with devotion, today, this group is also chanting the mantra of environmental protection. The inspiration behind this initiative is Prami...