New Delhi, April 22: Prime Minster Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) through NaMo App. He advised them not to make controversial statements in media. The Prime Minister said, “We commit mistakes and give masala to media. The moment we see a camera, we jump to make a statement as if we are great social scientists or experts ... and then these ill-informed statements are used by media. It is not the media's fault,” reported The Times of India.

PM Modi also encouraged BJP lawmakers to utilize social media to connect with large number of people. The Prime Minister has also refrained party workers from commenting on every socio-political or cultural matter. He said that only designated spokespersons of the party would comment on issues and that to when necessary.

Prime Minister Modi’s interaction with party MPs and MLAs was to encourage them as the party prepares for a tough electoral year ahead. Karnataka is going to polls in May, and Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh going to polls in November-December. The PM also reiterated the need to concentrate on skill development. He also highlighted the advantages of Mudra Yojna for creating entrepreneurial environment in the country.

Prime Minister Modi also had discussion with lawmakers about the welfare of farmers and the development of rural areas. The Prime Minister also wanted the BJP lawmakers to highlight the recommendations of the Swaminathan Commission on Minimum Support Price have been implemented so that the farmers can benefit from it. PM Modi also invited suggestions for the celebrations of 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with focus on Swachhta Abhiyan. PM Narendra Modi will also be holding a similar interaction with party workers on April 26.

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