PM Modi, Obama share 'Mann ki baat', talk of their humble beginnings

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama together on Tuesday scripted another history as they addressed the nation together in a special edition of 'Mann ki baat'.

The two leaders shared several personal moments as they took questions from people across the country, selected by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Striking a personal rapport with the US president, Modi addressed him as Barack throughout the programme.

Full transcript of Obama-Modi 'Mann ki baat'

"What does "Barack" mean? I was searching for the meaning of Barack. In Swahili language, which is spoken in parts of Africa, Barack means, one who is blessed. I believe, along with a name, his family gave him a big gift," PM Modi said as he started the programme.

Obama who started the programme with a 'Namaste', thanked Prime Minister Modi for his kind words and for the incredible hospitality during his visit.

"I'm told that this is also the first ever radio address by an Indian Prime Minister and an American President together, so we're making a lot of history in a short time. Now to the people of India listening all across this great nation. It's wonderful to be able to speak you directly," Obama said.

As it happened: Mann ki baat with Modi, Obama

"If US and India join together, around shared values then world will be more prosperous, peaceful and secure," Obama said on the show as he showered praise on the largest democracy of the world.

"People are very excited in the United States about the energy that Prime Minister Modi is bringing to efforts in this country to reduce extreme poverty and lift people up, to empower women, to provide access to electricity, and clean energy and invest in infrastructure, and the education system. And on all these issues, we want to be partners. Because many of the efforts that I am promoting inside the United States to make sure that the young people get the best education possible, to make sure that the ordinary people are properly compensated for their labour, and paid fair wages, and have job security and health care. These are the same kinds of issues that Prime Minister Modi, I know cares so deeply about here," Obama said.

To a question, the two leaders candidly admitted that they had never thought that they would become world leaders one day.

On a lighter note, US president shared how he countered a bad day in office saying, " The satisfaction one gets with the focus on getting things done is unmatched. That inspires me to do more and helps me get over the challenges and difficulties."

Stating that his daughters are fascinated by India, Barack Obama said he may have to come again to India with his daughters, maybe after his presidency.

PM Modi heaped praise on Obama for the way he showered love on his daughters and said "It is an inspiration for me."

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