{
  "id": 16493535,
  "title": "PM Modi Praises Maharashtra's Shabari Naturals In Mann Ki Baat, Highlights Tribal Packaging's Japan Design Award",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/pm-modi-praises-maharashtras-shabari-naturals-in-mann-ki-baat",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T16:01:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/pm-modi-praises-maharashtras-shabari-naturals-in-mann-ki-baat-highlights-tribal-packagings-japan-design-award"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Maharashtra government's Shabari Naturals initiative during his 139th episode of Mann Ki Baat radio programme. Modi highlighted how the brand's packaging showcases Maharashtra's tribal culture and craftsmanship. He mentioned that Shabari Naturals received the Japan's Good Design Award, a testament to its innovative and culturally rich designs. The initiative, run through the Shabari Tribal Finance and Development Corporation, aims to promote natural products made by tribal communities and create sustainable livelihood opportunities. Shabari Naturals products are now available in e-commerce platforms and a dedicated mobile application, expanding their reach globally. The brand also offers corporate gifting options featuring natural products and handcrafted items. Tribal Development Minister Prof. Dr Ashok Uike and Tribal Development Commissioner Leena Bansod welcomed Modi's recognition, emphasizing the initiative's role in preserving and promoting Maharashtra's tribal heritage.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Maharashtra government’s Shabari Naturals initiative for showcasing the state’s rich tribal heritage through innovative product packaging, highlighting its efforts to take tribal products to national and international markets. Recognition During Mann Ki Baat During the 139th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi noted that the…",
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    "PM Modi praised Maharashtra's Shabari Naturals on Mann Ki Baat",
    "Shabari Naturals packaging highlights Maharashtra's tribal culture",
    "Brand received Japan's Good Design Award for innovative designs"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}