Key Points

"In the 'Mann Ki Baat' program, Prime Minister Modi said that to enhance the talent of youth in India's border states like Jammu and Kashmir, especially in the field of sports, major competitions are being organised... This will inspire the country's players, and they will bring glory to India on the world stage... Every time in the Prime Minister's 'Mann Ki Baat' program, something new happens... Listening to it, all of us get inspiration...," Pathak told reporters here.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th edition of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for achieving two significant milestones despite the devastation caused by recent floods and heavy rains.

Speaking about the developments, PM Modi said, "Amidst this devastation caused by floods and rains, J&K has also achieved two very special achievements. Not many people noticed these. But you will be happy to know about those achievements."

He highlighted that Pulwama recently witnessed a historic moment as a record number of spectators gathered at a stadium to watch the region's first-ever day-night cricket match.

"A record number of people gathered in a stadium in Pulwama. Pulwama's first day-night cricket match was played here. Earlier this was impossible but now my country is changing," the Prime Minister said.

For the first time in history, the district recently hosted the Royal Premier League, a cricket tournament being played under floodlights at night, marking a new chapter of hope, peace, and progress for the region.

- ANI