PM Modi to Hold Rally in West Bengal Today, To Launch Rs 3,200-Crore Projects; Assam on Agenda

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a tour of West Bengal today. This visit is considered important in view of the upcoming assembly elections. BJP is preparing to exert its full force in Bengal, and the Prime Minister himself is seen taking command of it. During this visit, PM Modi will launch many development projects and will also address a public meeting.

What is PM Modi's program in Ranaghat?

The Prime Minister will reach Ranaghat in Nadia district at around 11:15 am. Here he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of many projects related to the National Highway. On this occasion, while addressing the local people, he will talk about the schemes and development works of the Central Government.

Why is politics heated on the SIR issue?

This visit is taking place at a time when Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is continuously attacking the central government regarding SIR. It is believed that PM Modi can also express his views openly on this issue. In such a situation, along with political messages, election signals can also be seen in his rally.

How much cost of road projects will Bengal get?

The Prime Minister will dedicate two national highway projects worth about Rs 3,200 crore. These include the inauguration of a 66.7 km four-lane road from Barajaguli to Krishnanagar on National Highway-34 in Nadia district. Apart from this, the foundation stone of the 17.6 km long four-lane road from Barasat to Barajaguli in the North 24 Parganas district will also be laid.

How will the common people benefit from these projects?

With the construction of these roads, travel between Kolkata and Siliguri will become easier. Travel time may be reduced by about two hours. Traffic will be smooth, fuel will be saved, and business activities will gain momentum. Besides, tourism is also expected to get a boost due to better connectivity with neighboring districts and countries.

What will the Prime Minister do on his Assam tour?

After West Bengal, the Prime Minister will also visit Assam, where he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of projects worth about Rs 15,600 crore. The new terminal building of the popular Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati will be inaugurated.

How special is the new terminal of Guwahati Airport?

This new terminal, built on approximately 1.4 lakh square meters, has been prepared to handle 1.3 crore passengers annually. Its design is inspired by the culture and nature of Assam, in which a glimpse of “Bamboo Garden” will be seen.

What will Assam get from the Namrup Project?

The Prime Minister will perform the Bhoomi Pujan of the Ammonia-Urea Project of Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company in Namrup, Dibrugarh. There will be an investment of about Rs 10,600 crore in this project, which is expected to create new employment opportunities in the area and provide a better supply of fertilizer to the farmers.