Which song featuring PM Modi has been nominated for the Grammy Awards?
This year, a song on millets named 'Abundance in Millets' featuring Prime Minister
Narendra Modi has been nominated for a Grammy Award. The song highlights the health benefits of the cereal and the Indian government's efforts to promote it.
It was released in June 2023 and sung by Indian-American Grammy-winning singer Falu
(Falguni Shah) and her husband, Gaurav Shah. The song celebrates the United Nations' decision to declare 2023 as the International Year of Millets.
The song includes parts of a speech given by the PM at the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference in New Delhi in March 2023.
What are some benefits of millet?
Millets are a nutritious crop. They can help prevent diabetes and have essential minerals like iron, zinc, and calcium. They can also help with weight loss, decreasing blood pressure, etc.
In India, millets are often eaten with legumes, providing a good source of protein. Farmers also use millet for animal food. Its cultivation contributes to a lower carbon footprint. These are some benefits of millet.
What is the Grammy Awards?
The Grammy Awards, also known as Grammys, are awards given out by the Recording Academy of the United States to appreciate outstanding achievements in the music industry worldwide. The Latin Grammy Awards are presented annually by the Latin Recording Academy. The Grammys were originally called the Gramophone Awards.
The first Grammys was held in 1959. The next ones are on 4th February 2024. There are different categories for awards. The song featuring PM Modi has been nominated under the Best Global Music Performance category.
