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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi launches ₹5,400 crore development projects in West Bengal
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several development projects worth ₹5,400 crore in Durgapur, West Bengal. These projects span sectors like oil & gas, power, road, and rail. 'The projects launched today will enhance connectivity in the region and boost gas-based transport and the gas-based economy and reinforce Durgapur's identity as a Steel City," he said, according to a press statement. Among the key projects, the PM laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL)'s City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in the Bankura and Purulia districts, valued at approximately ₹1,950 crore. This project aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections to households, commercial establishments, and industrial customers, while also establishing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) retail outlets, thereby generating employment in the region. Further bolstering energy infrastructure, PM Modi launched the Durgapur to Kolkata section of the Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, an integral part of the flagship Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. This crucial 132-kilometer pipeline, worth over ₹1,190 crore, traverses through Purba Bardhman, Hooghly, and Nadia districts. The Prime Minister said, 'the pipeline provided significant direct and indirect employment during its construction phase and will now facilitate the supply of natural gas to lakhs of households across the region.' All-round development In a push for cleaner energy production, PM Modi inaugurated Pollution Control Systems, specifically flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) units, at both the Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of Damodar Valley Corporation. These systems, developed at a cost of over ₹1,457 crore, are expected to drastically reduce emissions, supporting cleaner energy generation and creating employment opportunities within the region. For rail infrastructure, PM Modi announced the doubling of the 36-kilometer Purulia – Kotshila Rail Line in Purulia, an investment exceeding ₹390 crore. This project is vital for improving rail connectivity, linking industrial hubs like Jamshedpur, Bokaro, and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata. It is expected to facilitate more efficient movement of goods trains, reduce travel time, and significantly improve logistics for industries and businesses in the area. Additionally, he inaugurated two new Road Over Bridges (ROBs) constructed under the Setu Bharatam Programme , totaling over ₹380 crore. Located at Topsi and Pandabeshwar in Paschim Bardhaman, these ROBs are designed to enhance connectivity and prevent accidents at railway level crossings.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi inaugurates BPCL gas distribution project in West Bengal along with several other development projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple oil and gas, power, road and rail development projects worth over Rs 5000 crore at Durgapur. Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia district of West Bengal worth around Rs 1,950 crore. This project will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers, and provide CNG at the retail outlets and also create employment opportunities in the region. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MCA Others MBA Public Policy Leadership Cybersecurity Management healthcare CXO Data Analytics Project Management Degree Operations Management Technology PGDM Data Science Product Management Finance Data Science Digital Marketing Healthcare Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details PM Modi also launched Durgapur to Kolkata section of Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, which has been laid as a part as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. This project, worth over Rs 1,190 crore, is passing through the districts of Purba Bardhman, Hooghly and Nadia in West Bengal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The natural gas pipeline provided direct and indirect employment during its implementation phase and will now facilitate supply of natural gas to lakhs of households in the region, said PM Modi. The prime minister also inaugurated Pollution Control System-Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) of Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of Damodar Valley Corporation, worth over Rs 1,457 crore. It move aims to support cleaner energy production and creating employment opportunities in the region. Live Events For rail infrastructure in West Bengal, Modi announced doubling of Purulia – Kotshila Rail Line (36 KM) in Purulia worth over Rs 390 crore. It will improve rail connectivity between industries from Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata and efficient movement of goods trains, reducing travel time and improving logistics for industries and businesses. PM Modi inaugurated two road over bridges (ROBs) constructed under Setu Bharatam Programme, worth over Rs 380 crore, at Topsi and Pandabeshwar in Paschim Bardhaman.
United News of India
2 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
PM says Bengal suffering due to TMC misrule
Durgapur, July 18 (UNI) Hours ahead of his visit to this industrial hub of West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government, saying the state is suffering due to the alleged misrule of the ruling party. The PM said the people of the state are looking at the BJP with hope and are convinced that the saffron party can deliver on development. "West Bengal is suffering due to TMC's misrule. People believe that only the BJP can deliver on development," Modi said on his X handle before arriving at the industrial city of East Bardhaman. He also appealed to the people to join the BJP rally which he would address. "Looking forward to being among the people of West Bengal on July 18 at a programme in Durgapur and, will lay the foundation stones for various works and also inaugurate projects worth over Rs 5,000 crore," said the PM. Modi said various people-oriented projects cover sectors like oil and gas, power, railway and roads. The PM is scheduled to dedicate to the nation multiple development projects at Nehru Stadium, before proceeding for a BJP's open rally from an adjacent venue around late noon tomorrow. The projects include Indian Railways' Kolkata Metro underground networking connecting Sealdah and Howrah stations through the stretch of central Kolkata of Bowbazar section. In a major boost to oil and gas infrastructure in the region, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia district of West Bengal worth around Rs 1,950 crore. It will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers, and provide CNG at the retail outlets and also create employment opportunities in the region. Modi will also dedicate to the nation Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, which has been laid as a part of ambitious Jagdishpur-Haldia and Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline, also known as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. The Durgapur-Kolkata section worth over Rs 1,190 crore passes through the districts of Purba Bardhman, Hooghly and Nadia in the state. Besides, the pipeline provides direct and indirect employment during its implementation phase and will now facilitate supply of natural gas to lakhs of households in the region. In line with his commitment to clean air and health security for all, the Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation Retrofitting Pollution Control System-Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) of Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of Damodar Valley Corporation,worth over Rs 1,457 crore. It will benefit the region by supporting cleaner energy production and creating employment opportunities in the region. Boosting rail infrastructure in the region, the Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the doubling of Purulia-Kotshila Rail Line (36 km) in Purulia worth over Rs 390 crore. It will improve rail connectivity between industries from Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata and efficient movement of goods trains, reducing travel time and improving logistics for industries and businesses. He will also inaugurate two road over bridges (ROBs) constructed under Setu Bharatam Programme, worth over Rs 380 crore, at Topsy and Pandabeswar in Paschim Bardhaman. It will improve connectivity and also help in preventing accidents on Railway level crossing. The BJP, which is aiming to oust the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC government in 2026 assembly elections, attaches huge importance to Modi's visit, hoping that it will boost morale of local party functionaries. State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya, who arrived here yesterday, said the BJP will inject fresh momentum into the development of this city with various Central projects. UNI PC PRS
NDTV
2 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
PM Modi To Launch Rs 12,000 Crore Projects In Bihar, Bengal Today
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar and West Bengal on Friday, where he will launch a range of developmental projects worth over Rs 12,000 crore. After giving a major thrust to infrastructure development in both states, PM Modi will also address public gatherings in Motihari (Bihar) and Durgapur (West Bengal), respectively. The projects, amounting to over Rs 7,200 crore for Bihar and over Rs 5,000 crore for Bengal, aim to elevate the region's connectivity and overall infrastructural growth, while boosting employment, rural livelihoods, and digital innovation. In Motihari, PM Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for projects across rail, road, IT, fisheries, and rural development sectors. He will flag off four Amrit Bharat Express trains connecting Patna, Motihari, Darbhanga, and Malda Town to major northern cities, including Delhi and Lucknow. Key railway projects in Bihar include the inauguration of automatic signalling on the Samastipur-Bachhwara line and the doubling of Darbhanga-Thalwara and Samastipur-Rambhadrapur sections worth Rs 580 crore. The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for rail infrastructure projects, including a Vande Bharat maintenance facility at Patliputra and doubling of the Darbhanga-Narkatiaganj line, amounting to Rs 4,080 crore. In road infrastructure, PM Modi will launch the four-laning of the Ara bypass and Parariya-Mohania section of NH-319 with a combined investment of Rs 820 crore, improving access to the Delhi-Kolkata Golden Quadrilateral. To foster Bihar's digital economy, the Prime Minister will inaugurate a Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) facility in Darbhanga and an incubation centre in Patna, boosting start-ups and IT/ITES exports. Under the PM Matsya Sampada Yojana, he will launch new fisheries infrastructure, including hatcheries, aquaculture units, and fish feed mills. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia districts of West Bengal, worth around Rs 1,950 crore, to give a boost to Oil and Gas infrastructure in the region. It will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers and provide CNG at the retail outlets. PM Modi will also dedicate to the nation the Durgapur to Kolkata section (132 Km) of Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline and Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline, also known as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project.
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
PM Modi To Hold Rally, Unveil Over Rs 5000 Cr Worth Of Infra Projects In Bengal Today
Last Updated: These initiatives, collectively worth over ₹5,000 crore, mark a transformative moment for the state's industrial and infrastructural landscape. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lay the foundation stone, inaugurate, and dedicate to the nation multiple critical infrastructure projects across the Oil and Gas, power, road, and rail sectors in Durgapur, West Bengal. These initiatives, collectively worth over ₹5,000 crore, mark a transformative moment for the state's industrial and infrastructural landscape. The Prime Minister will also hold a political rally in Bengal's Asansol after the inauguration of projects. Oil & Gas: Catalysing Energy Access and Employment A major highlight of the visit is the foundation stone laying of the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia districts. Valued at around ₹1,950 crore, this project aims to provide PNG connections to households, commercial and industrial units, and facilitate CNG distribution through retail outlets. Beyond cleaner energy access, it is expected to generate significant employment opportunities in the region. The Prime Minister will also dedicate the 132-km Durgapur to Kolkata section of the Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, part of the ambitious Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) initiative. Built at a cost exceeding ₹1,190 crore, the pipeline will cater to districts including Purba Bardhaman, Hooghly, and Nadia, paving the way for natural gas to reach lakhs of households and businesses, while having already created jobs during its construction. As part of the commitment to sustainability, the PM will dedicate Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) retrofitting projects at Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station (Damodar Valley Corporation), worth over ₹1,457 crore. These advanced pollution control systems will help ensure cleaner energy production and healthier air quality for the surrounding regions, while also creating employment through their operation and maintenance. Rail & Road Infrastructure: Enhancing Connectivity and Logistics To improve rail connectivity, the Prime Minister will dedicate the doubling of the Purulia–Kotshila rail line (36 km) in Purulia. This ₹390 crore project is expected to ease cargo movement between industrial hubs like Jamshedpur, Bokaro, and Dhanbad, and major urban centres such as Ranchi and Kolkata. It will reduce transit time and streamline logistics for regional industries. Further enhancing road safety and traffic flow, the Prime Minister will also inaugurate two Road Over Bridges (ROBs) at Topsi and Pandabeshwar in Paschim Bardhaman, constructed under the Setu Bharatam Programme at a cost of over ₹380 crore. These bridges will eliminate level crossings, helping prevent accidents and easing vehicular movement. view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 07:26 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
