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After elections, with the power of your blessings and with renowned confidence, I will once again start our discussion via Mann ki Baat and will continue it for years to come.No 'Mann ki Baat' in March, April due to upcoming general election; next broadcast on last Sunday of May.Like every year, this year too there was a lot of excitement surrounding the Padma Awards. Today, we are heading towards a New India. This year we tend to honour those who are selflessly working at the grass-root level.The former Prime Minister Morarji Desai was born on February 29. Blessed with a calm and peace loving personality, Morarji bhai was one of the most disciplined leaders of the country.During the tenure of Morarji Desai, the 44th Constitutional amendment was introduced.This is important because during emergency 42nd amendment was introduced — which aimed at reducing the powers of the Supreme Court. The 44 amendment nullified it.Jamshedji Tata was a visionary in a true sense who not only saw the future of India but also helped in laying its strong foundations.If today, our youth needs the guidance of an inspirational figure then he is 'Bhagwaan Birsa Munda'.After Pulwama terror attack, the people of the country are hurt and angry for the martyred soldiers.Following the martyrdom of brave soldiers, the inspirational stories of their kin has given courage to the entire country.We no longer have to look at the past to understand the meaning of patriotism, worship and sacrifice.I will urge the young generation to understand and be aware of the feelings and determination shown by the family members of these martyrs.I was both surprised and pained to know that India had no National War Memorial. A memorial where stories of bravery of the jawans who have sacrificed their lives for the security of their nation can be curated.