PM Modi to Launch ₹6,350 Crore Development Projects During Varanasi Visit
PM likely to offer prayers at KV temple in Varanasi, launch projects worth over ₹6,350 crore
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Varanasi on April 28-29, where he will offer prayers at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and launch development projects worth over ₹6,350 crore (approximately $765 million USD). Key projects include a new rail-cum-road bridge and a multi-super specialty hospital, enhancing infrastructure and connectivity in the region.
- 01PM Modi will offer prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple during his visit.
- 02He will launch development projects worth over ₹6,350 crore.
- 03Key projects include a 15-km rail-cum-road bridge and a 500-bed hospital.
- 04Two new Amrit Bharat Express trains will be inaugurated to enhance connectivity.
- 05The Ganga Expressway will also be inaugurated, reducing travel time across Uttar Pradesh.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Varanasi from April 28 to 29 will focus on significant development initiatives. On April 28, he will interact with around 50,000 women at a conference before inaugurating and laying foundation stones for various projects totaling over ₹6,350 crore (approximately $765 million USD). This includes 48 projects worth ₹1,052.89 crore and 112 projects worth ₹5,216.17 crore. Notable projects include a 15-km rail-cum-road bridge over the Ganga, a 500-bed multi-super specialty hospital, and smart classrooms in 23 schools. Additionally, PM Modi will flag off two new Amrit Bharat Express trains to improve travel options between Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. On April 29, he will conduct a roadshow and inaugurate the 594-km Ganga Expressway in Hardoi district, which aims to cut travel time across the state to under 7 hours.
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The launch of these projects will significantly enhance infrastructure in Varanasi, providing better healthcare, improved transportation, and modern educational facilities. This will benefit local residents and boost economic growth in the region.
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