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India.com
10 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
PM Modi Embarks On Three-State Tour To Launch Key Projects Including New Vande Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a two-day visit through Bihar, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh on Friday, starting development projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore and presiding over 11th International Day of Yoga. The crammed schedule consists of public speeches, train and infrastructure inaugurations, and a state-level function commemorating one year of the BJP government in Odisha. In Siwan, Bihar, Modi will inaugurate the ₹400-crore Vaishali-Deoria rail link and flag off a new train service on the stretch. To enhance connectivity in north Bihar, he will unveil the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah. Complementing his "Make in India, Make for the World" vision, Modi will send a sophisticated locomotive from Bihar's Marhowra plant to Guinea, which will be the first export from the factory. The train has high-horsepower engines, regenerative braking, and sophisticated control systems. In the Namami Gange scheme, six sewage treatment plants (STPs) costing Rs 1,800 crore will be inaugurated by Modi to help save the Ganga. Modi will also launch water supply and power projects and give out the first tranche of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) to more than 53,600 beneficiaries, distributing house keys during a "Grih Pravesh" ceremony for 6,600 completed houses. As Bihar's assembly elections approach, the BJP-JD(U) alliance wants to firm up its position against the RJD-led INDIA combine. In Odisha's Bhubaneswar, PM Modi will inaugurate projects of Rs 18,600 crore across drinking water, irrigation, agriculture, health, rural roads, bridges, highways, and railways. The Boudh district will get its very first railway link with new train services. Besides, 100 electric buses will be launched under the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) scheme to facilitate sustainable urban mobility. Modi will release Odisha's Vision Document, which sets targets for 2036 (Odisha's centenary as India's first linguistic state) and 2047 (India's independence centenary), and recognize women achievers from the state. On the 11th International Day of Yoga, Modi will preside over a mass yoga session in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, at a beachfront Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) event with around five lakh participants. Synchronised yoga demonstrations will be conducted at more than 3.5 lakh places across the country, including family yoga and youth-based "Yoga Unplugged" activities on MyGov and MyBharat websites. The theme of this year, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," emphasizes the interdependence of human and global health based on the principle of "Sarve Santu Niramaya." Ever since he mooted June 21 as International Yoga Day at the UN in 2015, Modi has presided over celebrations from major cities such as New Delhi, New York, and Srinagar. The tour highlights PM Modi's focus on development, sustainability, and cultural unity as India gears up for key regional elections and global wellness initiatives.
India Today
11 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
PM Modi to visit Bihar, Odisha today; launch projects worth Rs 5,200 crore in Siwan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to three states starting Friday, during which he will unveil a series of development initiatives in Bihar and Odisha and lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations from to an official statement, PM Modi will visit Siwan in Bihar and Bhubaneswar in Odisha on June 20, where he will inaugurate multiple infrastructure and connectivity projects, address public gatherings and mark key milestones in state Bihar's Siwan, the prime minister will inaugurate the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line worth over Rs 400 crore and flag off a new train service along the route. He will also launch the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur, enhancing connectivity across north Bihar. Highlighting the "Make in India, Make for the World" initiative, Modi will flag off the first export locomotive built at the Marhowra plant, destined for Guinea. Additionally, under the Namami Gange mission, PM Modi will inaugurate six sewage treatment plants worth more than Rs 1,800 will also unveil projects related to drinking water, power infrastructure and housing, including the release of the first installment of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) for over 53,600 beneficiaries and conduct a symbolic 'Grih Pravesh' ceremony for 6,600 completed visit comes ahead of Bihar's upcoming Assembly elections, where the BJP-JD(U) alliance faces a challenge from the opposition INDIA bloc led by the Rashtriya Janata the next leg of his visit, PM Modi will visit Odisha and launch development projects worth over Rs 18,600 crore across sectors such as drinking water, irrigation, agriculture, health, roads and railways.A major highlight includes the launch of train services to Boudh, marking the district's integration into the national railway network for the first time. He will also flag off 100 electric buses under the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) system to promote green urban the prime minister is also scheduled to release the Odisha Vision Document, aligning with two significant milestones: Odisha's centenary as India's first linguistic state in 2036, and India's 100 years of independence in 2047. He will also honor women achievers from the state during his on June 21, PM Modi will lead the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from the beachfront in Visakhapatnam. Over five lakh participants are expected to join the Common Yoga Protocol session with yoga events will take place at more than 3.5 lakh locations across India. This year's theme, 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' highlights the link between human well-being and planetary health, echoing the Indian ethos of 'Sarve Santu Niramaya' (May all be free from disease).Since 2015, when the United Nations adopted India's proposal to observe June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, PM Modi has led celebrations from various cities, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Mysuru, New York (UN headquarters) and inputs from PTITune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Narendra Modi
Hans India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Modi Cautions Against Political Opportunism As Bihar Elections Approach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a pointed message to Bihar's political landscape during his recent visit, addressing the growing trend of leaders who abandon their parties before elections only to return afterward. Speaking to BJP leaders in the state, Modi emphasized that such opportunistic behavior undermines political credibility and party standing. The Prime Minister's remarks come as Bihar prepares for Assembly elections scheduled for November 2025, setting the stage for a significant political battle between competing alliances. During his interaction with party workers, Modi stressed several critical points for the upcoming electoral contest. He highlighted the importance of promoting Operation Sindoor's achievements while strengthening grassroots leadership across the state. The Prime Minister particularly emphasized patience as a fundamental virtue in politics, suggesting that sustained commitment leads to genuine respect and recognition within party ranks. His message targeted those who frequently switch political allegiances based on immediate opportunities rather than long-term principles. Modi also addressed the persistent issue of dynastic politics in Bihar, urging party leaders to prioritize merit over family connections when selecting candidates. He specifically warned against the practice of family members seeking tickets when the original leader is unavailable, calling for an end to such feudalistic approaches in modern politics. This stance reflects the BJP's broader campaign against nepotism in Indian politics, particularly relevant in Bihar where family-based political dynasties have traditionally held significant influence. The upcoming elections will feature a direct confrontation between two major alliances: the RJD-Congress-Left coalition and the ruling BJP-JD(U) partnership. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar remains a crucial figure in this equation, despite his history of changing political allegiances, which has earned him the nickname "Paltu Ram" among critics. Kumar, who assumed the Chief Minister's office for the ninth time in January 2024 after rejoining the NDA, continues to be valued by the BJP for his appeal among the Kurmi community, making him an essential component of the party's electoral strategy. Modi's visit and subsequent roadshow in Patna effectively launched the BJP's campaign for the November elections. His emphasis on loyalty, merit-based selection, and grassroots empowerment signals the party's strategy to counter opposition narratives while maintaining coalition unity. The Prime Minister's message serves as both a warning to potential defectors and a rallying call for committed party workers, setting the tone for what promises to be a closely contested electoral battle in one of India's most politically significant states.
India Today
30-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
PM's stark message to 'paltu rams' ahead of Bihar polls: Reduces your significance
In a strong message to rebels ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned leaders against switching camps just before polls, only to return to the parent party. In a meeting with Bihar BJP leaders, the Prime Minister urged the cadre to publicise the success of Operation Sindoor and empower grassroots workers, sources said."When elections approach, some people leave for other parties and return after the polls. This diminishes your significance in the party," PM Modi told the BJP leaders, sources Prime Minister, who is on a visit to Bihar, also urged the leaders to demonstrate patience to get "respect" and "recognition". "Patience is the greatest asset in a party. If you have patience, you will earn respect and recognition," he said. The upcoming Bihar polls will witness a direct clash between the RJD-Congress-Left combine and the ruling BJP-JD(U) alliance. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who has earned the moniker 'Paltu Ram' due to his history of swiftly changing sides, remains a key piece in the BJP's Bihar electoral maths.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
RJD, Cong condemn police action
Patna: Leader of the opposition in Bihar assembly, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav , has condemned the lathicharge on teacher aspirants and TRE-3.0 candidates near the CM's residence in Patna on Tuesday."It has become the hobby of the state govt to brutally beat up, commit injustice and torture the youth who put forward their demands in a democratic way," Tejashwi wrote on his X handle."This useless govt patronises and protects criminals and corrupt people and lathicharges students, youth and unemployed people whenever it wants," he Congress president Rajesh Kumar also criticised the govt's response, saying the BJP-JD(U) coalition had once again shown its insensitivity to the future of Bihar's youth."Thousands of eligible candidates who wrote the BPSC TRE 3.0 went to meet the CM. But instead of giving justice, the govt got them brutally lathicharged. The male police force lathicharged the female candidates. This is shameful, inhuman and against democratic values," he said."This is not only an attack on students, but on the hopes and future of Bihar," Rajesh added, expressing support for the students' demand for the immediate release of BPSC TRE 3.0 supplementary exam to the candidates, the TRE 3.0 announced 87,774 teaching posts, but results were declared for only 66,000. They claim no explanation has been provided for the remaining 21,000 posts, and that several names appeared across three separate lists. "It is clear from this that a large number of posts are still vacant," the Congress chief alleged.
