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United News of India
3 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
PM to begin hurricane tour to four states, including Sikkim & Bengal
Kolkata/Gangtok, May 29 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday is scheduled to make a two-day hurricane official tour to Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh and is expected to unveils development projects worth Rs 70,000 crore in those states, official sources said. Modi is expected to reach Gangtok, capital of tiny Himalayan state of sikkim around 11 AM to participate in the 50th year of " Statehood Day", to mark the historical moment as the former Chogyal Kingdom became part of Indian Union as the 22nd state in 1975. He will also unveil a series of infrastructure, energy, transport, healthcare, and welfare projects for the strategically located Sikkim, underscoring the Centre's commitment to comprehensive regional development and improved quality of life for citizens across multiple sectors. The event marks 50 years of Sikkim's Statehood, celebrated under the theme 'Sunaulo, Samriddha and Samarth Sikkim', in which state governor Om Prakash Mathur, chief minister Prem Singh Tamang and his host of cabinet ministers, top Army and civilian officials and the politicians both ruling and opposition to take part PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of several key projects in the state, including A 500-bedded district hospital in Namchi (south) worth over Rs750 crorea passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling, Pelling in Gyalshing district, a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in will also release a commemorative coin, souvenir coin, and a postage stamp to mark the occasion. Thereafter Modi will take a helicopter to reach Alipurduar district in West Bengal's northern district around 2 PM for unveiling clean energy will also lay the foundation stone of a Rs 1,010 crore City Gas Distribution (CGD) project covering Alipurduar and adjacent Cooch Behar districts . The Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to over 2.5 lakh households to be benefitted in the agrarian areas and clean energy to over 100 commercial and industrial units The Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to vehicles via 19 planned stations in north Bengal as this initiative aligns with the government's goals for energy transition and regional employment will also hold a public rally at Alipurduar Parade Ground where the BJP karyakartas and leaders will be present. Thereafter Modi will visit Bihar and Uttar Pradesh in his two-day whirlwind tour to the four states. UNI PC BM
Mint
4 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
PM Modi's Sikkim trip cancelled due to bad weather, addresses via video conferencing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not travel to Gangtok for the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood due to inclement weather. He addressed the people of Sikkim via video conference from Bagdogra at 10 am. While addressing the event, PM Modi expressed regret over the inability to attend and said, "I also wanted to be a part of this celebration with you. I left Delhi early in the morning and reached Bagdogra, but the weather prevented me from going further... But such a magnificent scene is in front of me, where people are everywhere... I apologise to all of you. But as the Chief Minister has invited me, I assure you that whenever the state government decides, I will come to Sikkim and attend the celebrations of Sikkim completing 50 years of statehood..." Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang welcomed PM Modi to the event and said, "Despite wanting to, you could not come here personally on this historic occasion. Still, the people of Sikkim want to give you a hearty welcome. The 50th anniversary celebrations of Sikkim's statehood will continue for one year. I request that if you can attend these celebrations at least once, we will be very grateful." PM Modi was expected to visit Gangtok on Thursday, May 29,2025 to attend the "Sikkim@50: Where Progress Meets Purpose and Nature Nurtures Growth" programme, the 50th anniversary celebrations of Sikkim's statehood. The event is part of a celebration themed "Sunaulo, Samriddha, and Samarth Sikkim," signifying the cultural and natural heritage of the state. PM Modi was scheduled to arrive around 11 a.m. on Thursday and lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several development projects aimed to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and growth in Sikkim. Some of the projects include a new 500-bed district hospital in Namchi worth more than ₹ 750 crore, a passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling in Pelling, Gyalshing district, and the inauguration of a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Gangtok district, reported ANI.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
PM Modi to visit Gangtok today, inaugurate key projects marking Sikkim's 50th anniversary
Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gangtok today to participate in the 'Sikkim@50: Where Progress Meets Purpose and Nature Nurtures Growth' programme, marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood. The event is part of a year-long celebration themed 'Sunaulo, Samriddha, and Samarth Sikkim,' highlighting the state's rich cultural and natural heritage. PM Modi is scheduled to arrive around 11 AM and will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several key development projects to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and overall growth in Sikkim. Major initiatives include a new 500-bed district hospital in Namchi worth over Rs 750 crore, a passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling in Pelling, Gyalshing district, and the unveiling of a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Gangtok district. Additionally, he will release a commemorative coin, souvenir coin, and postal stamp to mark the golden jubilee. Residents gathered enthusiastically to welcome the Prime Minister and participate in the celebrations, highlighting their association with government schemes and local traditions. Speaking to ANI, Sonam Bhutia, a resident, said, 'We are very excited. It is a big achievement that our Prime Minister is coming to our state.' Another resident, Tikha Khannal, shared her excitement and told ANI, 'I am here to receive Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a Lakhpati Didi. We, the people of Sikkim, are thrilled that PM Modi is visiting our state today... We have made comprehensive arrangements for his visit. Even the weather supports us today, as it was hot here yesterday.' Dibash Rutung, dressed in traditional Gurung community attire, added, 'I am wearing the traditional outfit of Sikkim's Gurung community... We want to showcase it to the Prime Minister... We are thrilled that the PM is visiting Sikkim today.' State BJP President DR Thapa said that the people of Sikkim eagerly await the Prime Minister's visit. He said the visit would begin new opportunities and developmental projects for the state. 'He will inaugurate many infrastructural projects across Sikkim and lay the foundation of several upcoming initiatives,' Thapa said. According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the Prime Minister will also visit West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh on May 29 and 30, inaugurating and laying the foundation stones of development projects worth more than Rs 70,000 crore. (ANI)
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
PM Modi In Sikkim Today To Celebrate 50th Anniversary Of Statehood
Gangtok: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Sikkim today to participate in celebrations marking 50 years of the state's statehood. PM Modi will arrive in Gangtok at 9:45 a.m. at Libing Helipad in Gangtok district. He will attend the Sikkim@50 program from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Paljor Stadium. The Sikkim government has planned a year-long series of activities under the theme "Sunaulo, Samriddha, and Samarth Sikkim," celebrating the state's cultural richness, traditions, natural splendor, and history. The prime minister will lay foundation stones and inaugurate several development projects, including a 500-bed district hospital worth over ₹750 crore in Namchi district, a passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling, Pelling in Gyalshing district, and a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Sangkhola, Gangtok district. He will also release a commemorative coin, souvenir coin, and stamp for the 50th anniversary of statehood. Enhanced security measures have been implemented for the prime minister's visit. The prime minister will also meet BJP karyakartas in the state. "At around 11 AM tomorrow, 29th May, I look forward to being among my sisters and brothers of Sikkim to participate in a programme to mark Sikkim@50. India is very proud of the contribution of Sikkim towards national progress. The unique culture of Sikkim is also widely admired," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a post on social media platform X. At around 11 AM tomorrow, 29th May, I look forward to being among my sisters and brothers of Sikkim to participate in a programme to mark Sikkim@50. India is very proud of the contribution of Sikkim towards national progress. The unique culture of Sikkim is also widely admired. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 28, 2025 Extensive security arrangements have been made in Sikkim's capital, Gangtok, for the visit, with strict protocols implemented by local authorities and the Special Protection Group (SPG). According to SSP Gangtok Tenzing Loden Lepcha, the event venue is divided into four seating zones: the hill gallery with a capacity of 15,000, northern and western galleries, and a section for special invitees. Police personnel are stationed across the venue to ensure orderly movement and emergency preparedness. A high-security zone has been established around the prime minister's dais, where mobile phones are prohibited. Over 400 police personnel are deployed across seven surveillance areas in buildings overlooking the venue, each led by a senior officer to monitor every vantage point during the prime minister's one-hour address. SSP Lepcha emphasized that all security measures have been thoroughly planned, reflecting the significance of the visit as Sikkim celebrates 50 years of statehood.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
PM Modi to launch development projects worth over ₹70K cr across 4 states
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh on May 29 and 30, during which he will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs70,000 crore, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said on Wednesday. On May 29, the Prime Minister will begin his visit in Sikkim, where he will participate in the "Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets purpose and nature nurtures growth" programme at around 11 AM. The event commemorates 50 years of Sikkim's statehood, with the state government launching a year-long celebration under the theme "Sunaulo, Samriddha and Samarth Sikkim," highlighting its rich cultural and natural heritage. During the programme, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several key projects including a new 500-bedded district hospital in Namchi district worth over Rs750 crore, a passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling in Pelling, Gyalshing district, and a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Gangtok district. He will also release a commemorative coin, souvenir coin, and postal stamp to mark the golden jubilee of Sikkim's statehood. Later in the day, at around 2:15 PM, the Prime Minister will arrive in Alipurduar, West Bengal, to lay the foundation stone of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) project for Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts. The Rs1,010 crore project will supply Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to over 2.5 lakh households, more than 100 commercial establishments and industries, and establish around 19 CNG stations. It is expected to generate employment and promote clean energy in the region. At around 5:45 PM, PM Modi will reach Bihar to inaugurate the new passenger terminal of Patna Airport. Built at a cost of around Rs1,200 crore, the terminal will cater to one crore passengers annually. He will also lay the foundation stone of the new civil enclave at Bihta Airport, a Rs1,410 crore project aimed at serving the rapidly expanding educational and residential areas near Patna. On May 30, the Prime Minister will visit Karakat in Bihar, where he will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stone for development projects worth over Rs48,520 crore. A major highlight is the foundation stone laying for Stage-II (3x800 MW) of the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad district, valued at over Rs29,930 crore. The project is expected to significantly boost electricity generation, industrial development, and employment in the region. PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone for key road infrastructure initiatives, including the four-laning of the Patna-Arrah-Sasaram section of NH-119A, six-laning of the Varanasi-Ranchi-Kolkata highway (NH-319B), the Ramnagar-Kacchi Dargah stretch (NH-119D), and a new Ganga bridge between Buxar and Bharauli. In addition, he will inaugurate the four-laning of the Patna-Gaya-Dobhi section of NH-22 and road upgrades at Gopalganj Town on NH-27. In the rail sector, the Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation the third rail line between Son Nagar and Mohammad Ganj, constructed at a cost of over Rs1,330 crore, aimed at enhancing rail capacity and regional connectivity. Later that day, at around 2:45 PM, the Prime Minister will arrive in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate development projects worth around Rs20,900 crore. He will inaugurate the Chunniganj to Kanpur Central Metro section of the Kanpur Metro Rail Project, worth over Rs2,120 crore. The corridor includes 14 stations, with five underground, aimed at improving urban mobility. To further strengthen the region's power infrastructure, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone of a 220 kV substation in Sector 28 under the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) in Gautam Buddh Nagar, and inaugurate 132 kV substations in Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida, together worth over Rs320 crore. He will also inaugurate the Rs8,300 crore, 660 MW Panki Thermal Power Extension Project in Kanpur and three 660 MW units of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project worth Rs9,330 crore, significantly boosting power generation in the state. Additionally, PM Modi will inaugurate rail overbridges at Panki Power House Railway Crossing and Panki Dham Crossing on Panki Road, along with a 40 MLD Tertiary Treatment Plant at Bingawan, Kanpur, built at a cost of over Rs290 crore. The plant will facilitate sewage water treatment and reuse, promoting sustainable water management. To improve connectivity in the region, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the widening of Gauria Pali Marg and the construction of a four-lane road connecting Narwal Mode on Prayagraj Highway to the Kanpur Defence Node under the Defence Corridor project. During the Kanpur event, the Prime Minister will also distribute certificates and cheques to beneficiaries of key government schemes, including PM Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana, National Livelihood Mission, and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The two-day visit underscores the government's focus on infrastructure, connectivity, and regional development.
