EC clears PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' ahead of assembly elections

January 28, 2017 14:42

The Election Commission of India has given green signal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's radio broadcast of 'Mann Ki Baat' despite the upcoming assembly elections in Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Manipur and Uttarakhand.

The show came under scrutiny after the Election Commission's Code was applied with polls being held in several states and union territories. However, the PM will be very careful with his words and will not be able to take up any political issue or discuss any government initiative on his show.

The first episode for 2017 will be broadcast on January 29 and will focus entirely on students. The 28th episode has been planned keeping in mind the upcoming board examinations and will be aired at 11 am.

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