They discussed a website Sheshadri created to make Indian history easier and more interesting to explore. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi featured Mumbai-based Krishna Sheshadri in the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday (August 30).
During the conversation, the prime minister praised his work and asked him four questions about the idea behind the website and his interest in Indian history. He initially appeared nervous while speaking to the prime minister, but soon settled into the conversation. the prime minister recalled a social media post that had caught his attention While talking about Sheshadri’s work during the programme. He then explained what he found interesting about the idea behind the website. “The idea is very simple. Go to this website and choose any year. You can easily find out who ruled which part of India at that time. He then played his phone conversation with Sheshadri for listeners of the programme. During the exchange, Sheshadri explained how the website works and what led him to create it.
Modi said the initiative is not meant only for students of history. He said it can help anyone learn about India’s past in a more interesting way. “A short while ago, someone wrote on social media, ‘On the auspicious occasion of Ashadhi Ekadashi, I am extremely pleased to announce that I am beginning my effort to make history interesting,’” Modi said. I also found it quite interesting,” he said.
