Vikrant Shekhawat : Sep 16, 2024, 05:20 PM
PM Modi Gujarat Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a grand welcome ceremony organized at GMDC ground in Ahmedabad on the second day of his visit to Gujarat. On this occasion, he explained the special significance of visiting Gujarat after becoming the Prime Minister for the third time. The Prime Minister said, "This is my first visit after I have taken oath as Prime Minister for the third time. You people have always showered love and support on me. When a son returns to his home, the flow of blessings and energy increases manifold."The PM also said that many people made fun of me, but I am a son born in the land of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. I kept quiet and kept making policies in the interest of the country.In this ceremony, PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of several projects worth Rs 8000 crore in Gujarat, including the inauguration of a 30 MW solar system. He announced his plans and upcoming development works on this occasion, which are important for the overall progress of the state and the country.Highlights of Modi's speechOpportunity to serve for the third timePM Modi said at the ceremony, "You people have given me an opportunity to serve for the third time, and it is a matter of pride for me. The people of the country have established a new tradition, in which a government has got an opportunity to serve for the third time in a row."Projects worth Rs 15 lakh crore in 100 daysReferring to the projects launched in the recent 100 days, Modi said, "I worked for the welfare of the country while enduring many insults. Projects worth more than Rs 15 lakh crore have been started in these 100 days, and the scheme for three crore houses has also started."Developing the country in the next 25 yearsInaugurating the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail between Ahmedabad-Bhuj, he said, "Our goal is to make the country developed in the next 25 years. Like the Vande Bharat train, the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail will also connect many cities and boost the mobility of the country."Inauguration and foundation stone laying of major projectsInauguration of Metro TrainPM Modi flagged off the metro train running between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. This metro will cover the distance of 33 km in 65 minutes, which will reduce both travel time and cost. This facility will be especially beneficial for those employees and students who travel between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar daily.Inauguration of Solar Energy ProjectsIn Vavol area of Gujarat, PM met the beneficiary families under the Surya Ghar Yojana and observed the solar panels. He said that Gujarat is the leading state of the country in the solar energy sector and many important projects will be started for this in future.Inauguration of new houses under PM Awas YojanaPM Modi inaugurated 1120 flats constructed under the PM Awas Yojana at GMDC ground in Ahmedabad. These flats are available at a cost of Rs 6 lakh and for this the beneficiaries have been given the facility of payment in eight installments.Namo Bharat Rapid Rail launchedAfter Vande Bharat train, now the country's first Vande Metro train was inaugurated. This train has been renamed as Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, which will provide fast connectivity between Ahmedabad and Bhuj.Future plans and new initiatives
- In his speech, PM Modi made many important announcements in the field of India's energy self-sufficiency and solar energy. He informed that India is working towards net zero emissions by 2070 and there are plans to build many solar cities and solar villages.
- The Prime Minister informed about leaving for Odisha on September 17, where he will meet the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban in Bhubaneswar and lay the foundation stone of various development projects.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gujarat has proved to be an important step towards development, providing a new energy and inspiration for the overall progress of the state and the country.