PM Modi Engages with Kolkata's Heritage During Hooghly River Boat Ride
PM Modi takes boat ride on Hooghly river in Kolkata, tries his hand at photographing
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a boat ride on the Hooghly River in Kolkata, West Bengal, on Friday, engaging with local boatmen and morning walkers. He shared photographs of the iconic Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu, expressing gratitude to the Ganga and emphasizing his commitment to West Bengal's development amid ongoing assembly elections.
- 01PM Modi enjoyed a boat ride on the Hooghly River, interacting with locals.
- 02He shared photos highlighting the Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu.
- 03Modi expressed the cultural significance of the Ganga to the people of Bengal.
- 04The Prime Minister reaffirmed his commitment to West Bengal's development.
- 05His visit comes as he campaigns for the BJP in the ongoing assembly elections.
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On Friday morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a boat ride on the Hooghly River in Kolkata, West Bengal, where he met local boatmen and morning walkers. Sharing his experience on social media, he posted photographs featuring the iconic Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu in the background. Modi emphasized the Ganga's profound cultural significance, stating, 'One can say that the Ganga flows through the soul of Bengal.' He expressed gratitude to the river, which he believes embodies the spirit of the Bengali civilization. During his visit, he reiterated his commitment to the development of West Bengal and the prosperity of its people. This engagement comes as Modi actively campaigns for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state assembly elections, with the first phase already completed and the second round scheduled for April 29.
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Modi's engagement with the local community highlights the importance of the Hooghly River in Kolkata and reinforces his commitment to the development of West Bengal, which could influence public sentiment in the ongoing elections.
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