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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi inaugurates mega projects in Uttar Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated multiple development projects across Uttar Pradesh aimed at improving infrastructure and energy capacity in the region. The Prime Minister opened the section of the Kanpur Metro Rail Project connecting Chunniganj Metro Station to Kanpur Central Metro Station, covering 14 stations. The project includes five underground stations that link important city areas and commercial hubs. Additionally, the Prime Minister inaugurated the widening and strengthening works on G.T. Road. In the energy sector, several projects were inaugurated to increase power generation and supply. A 660 MW extension of the Panki Thermal Power Plant in Kanpur, worth over ₹8,300 crore, was opened, along with three 660 MW units of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project valued at ₹9,330 crore. The Prime Minister also inaugurated 132 kV substations at Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida, worth ₹320 crore. Further developments include the inauguration of rail overbridges at Panki Power House Railway Crossing and Panki Dham Crossing on Panki Road in Kanpur. These structures will support the Panki Thermal Power Extension Project by facilitating coal and oil transport and easing traffic congestion. The Prime Minister also inaugurated a 40 MLD tertiary treatment plant at Bingawan in Kanpur, which will enable the reuse of treated sewage water to promote water conservation. Foundation stones laid for power and road projects Foundation stones were laid for a 220 kV substation in Sector 28 of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Gautam Buddh Nagar, to meet regional energy demands. The Prime Minister also laid foundation stones for road projects including the widening and strengthening of Gauria Pali Marg in Kanpur Nagar District and a road connecting Narwal node on Prayagraj highway to Kanpur defence node under the defence corridor. During the same event, the Prime Minister distributed certificates and cheques to beneficiaries of the PM Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojna , National Livelihood Mission , and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Operation Sindoor a great example of Atmanirbhar Bharat: UP CM Yogi Adityanath in Kanpur
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted on Friday how Operation Sindoor, India's response to the Pahalgam terror attack, is also a great example of Atmanirbhar Bharat, which showcased valour of the Indian armed forces and solidified the country's defence. Adityanath credited the success of Operation Sindoor to the Make In India initiative, launched by PM Modi 10 years ago, which has contributed to India's self-reliance in defence production. He stated that the operation is a testament to India's growing strength and its commitment to protecting its citizens. 'Under India's new defence policy, under which the enemy's air defence system were destroyed, Indian armed forces demonstrated their valour and solidified India's defence. This also makes the world feel the power of Made In India, started by PM Modi 10 years ago. This was seen by the world this time through Operation Sindoor. This is a great example of Aatmanirbhar Bharat,' CM Adityanath said. The Uttar Pradesh CM is in Kanpur for the Prime Minister's visit, who is set to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various developmental projects in the city. Adityanath praised India's military strength and the success of Operation Sindoor, highlighting the country's growing defence capabilities under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Adityanath emphasized that the operation demonstrated India's ability to respond decisively to threats, showcasing the valour of the Indian armed forces. 'I welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the land of Kanpur after Operation Sindoor. Giving the utmost priority to the security of the nation. The reply has been given to the enemy in the language they understand, first with surgical strikes, then air strikes, and now with Operation Sindoor, today the whole world looks at strength of India's armed forces as an example,' he said. 'PM's statement that Operation Sindoor is a pledge for justice displays the sentiments of every Indian and steely resolve of the country,' CM Adityanath added. Operation Sindoor was India's decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Launched early on May 7, Operation Sindoor led to the death of over 100 terrorists. India also effectively repelled subsequent Pakistani aggression and pounded its airbases. PM Modi inaugurated various development projects in Uttar Pradesh, including the Chunniganj Metro Station to Kanpur Central Metro Station section of Kanpur Metro Rail Project worth over Rs 2,120 crore, which includes 14 planned stations with five new underground stations integrating key city landmarks and commercial hubs into the metro network. Other projects which were inaugurated were the foundation stone laying of a 220 kV substation in Sector 28 at Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA); to meet the growing energy demands of the region. A 132 kV Substations worth over Rs 320 crore at Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida was also inaugurated. In a major boost to the road infrastructure in the region, PM Modi also laid the foundation stone for widening and strengthening of Gauria Pali Marg for industrial development in Kanpur Nagar District; widening and strengthening of road to connect Narwal Mode (AH-1) on Prayagraj Highway to Kanpur Defence Node (4 lane) under Defence Corridor in Kanpur Nagar District Uttar Pradesh is the last leg of PM Modi's four state visit. The PM's visit started on May 29 from Sikkim, where he participated in the programme, 'Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets purpose and nature nurtures growth,' and also laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various development projects. PM Modi has completed his visit to Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts in West Bengal, where he laid the foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project. Meanwhile in Bihar, the Prime Minister inaugurated the new terminal building of Patna Airport. Additionally, he lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore in Karakat, Bihar. (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
UP youth to get preference in jobs at film institute in Noida Film City
Lucknow: Youth from the state will be given preference in the state-of-the-art Film Institute being established in the upcoming International Film City near the Yamuna Expressway, an official spokesperson said on Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The International Film City is being developed in Sector 21 under the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). The construction of the Film City will be carried out by Bayview Bhutani Film City Pvt Ltd—a consortium led by renowned Bollywood filmmaker and the Bhutani Group. In its first phase, the project will cover 230 acres and involve an investment of Rs 1,510 crore. It will include the construction of multiple studios and the film institute, expected to be completed within the next three years. "The film institute will be one of its kind. In the first phase, it will be built over an area of 3 lakh square feet. The institute will have modern classrooms, studios, editing suites, and a VR lab equipped with the latest technologies. Students will get hands-on experience working on real film projects and will also have access to the latest film-making technologies," said Rajeev Arora, general manager of the company. He added, "Local youth will be given priority in both training and employment. Special preference will be given to the youth from the Yamuna Expressway region and nearby areas, while young people from other parts of Uttar Pradesh will also benefit." He also mentioned that training local youth and offering them jobs will be more cost-effective than hiring staff from Mumbai. This will help create jobs within the film city in areas like studios, production, and more. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The institute will offer courses in acting, story writing, script writing, editing, camera operation, lighting, spot boy duties, VFX, fashion, and mass communication. In addition, it will provide training and facilities related to film music. There will be workshops, internships, and guest lectures in partnership with production houses, allowing students to learn directly from industry experts. The Film City will also host movie premieres, so that production houses don't have to travel to other cities to launch their films. A comprehensive resource centre will be set up with films, scripts, and academic materials, which will serve as a valuable asset for both students and filmmakers. The institute will also organise film festivals, exhibitions, and competitions, giving students opportunities to showcase their talent. The campus will also include facilities like hostels, a cafeteria, a health centre, and recreational areas for students.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi to lay foundation stone, inaugurate projects worth Rs 20,900 crore in Kanpur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects worth about Rs 20,900 crore on Friday to boost the region's infrastructure and connectivity, an official statement issued here said. He will launch Chunniganj Metro Station to Kanpur Central Metro Station section of the Kanpur Metro Rail Project worth more than Rs 2,120 crore. It will include 14 planned stations with five new underground stations integrating key city landmarks and commercial hubs into the metro network. Besides, he will also inaugurate road-widening and strengthening work of GT Road, the statement said. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Mute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo In order to boost the power generation capacity in the region, Prime Minister Modi will also lay the foundation stone (from Kanpur) of a 220 kV substation in Sector 28 at Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Gautam Buddh Nagar. He will also inaugurate 132 kV substations worth over Rs 320 crore at Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida. The prime minister will inaugurate a 660 MW Panki Thermal Power Extension Project in Kanpur worth over Rs 8,300 crore. He will also launch three 660 MW units of Ghatampur Thermal Power Project worth over Rs 9,330 crore, the statement said. Live Events Rail over bridges over Panki Power House Railway Crossing and Panki Dham Crossing on Panki Road at Kalyanpur Panki Mandir in Kanpur will also be inaugurated. It will support the Panki Thermal Power Extension Project's logistics by facilitating coal and oil transport while also alleviating traffic congestion for the local population, it said. Besides this, 40 MLD (million liters per day) tertiary treatment plant at Bingawan in Kanpur worth over Rs 290 crore will also be inaugurated. It will enable the reuse of treated sewage water. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for widening and strengthening of Gauria Pali Marg for industrial development in Kanpur, and widening and strengthening of road to connect Narwal Mode (AH-1) on Prayagraj Highway to Kanpur Defence Node (four lane) under Defence Corridor. The prime minister will also distribute certificates and cheques to the beneficiaries of PM Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojna, National Livelihood Mission and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, it said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
UP: CM Yogi reviews arrangements ahead of PM Modi's Kanpur visit on May 30
KANPUR: Uttar Pradesh chief minister inspected arrangements in Kanpur on Wednesday ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to the city on May 30. The chief minister reviewed the preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the event and directed officials to maintain strict security and proper coordination among all departments. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Officials briefed him about the logistics and safety measures put in place for the PM's visit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Kanpur Nagar on May 30 to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate development projects worth around Rs 20,900 crore. Among the key projects is the inauguration of the Chunniganj to Kanpur Central Metro section of the Kanpur Metro Rail Project, developed at a cost of over Rs 2,120 crore. The corridor, which aims to improve urban mobility, includes 14 stations, five of which are underground. To further strengthen the power infrastructure in the region, the Prime Minister 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. He will also inaugurate 132 kV substations in Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida, together worth over Rs 320 crore. In Kanpur, PM Modi will inaugurate the Rs 8,300 crore, 660 MW Panki Thermal Power Extension Project and three 660 MW units of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project, worth Rs 9,330 crore. These projects are expected to significantly boost power generation in the state. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate two rail overbridges at Panki Power House Railway Crossing and Panki Dham Crossing on Panki Road. In addition, he will inaugurate a 40 MLD Tertiary Treatment Plant at Bingawan, Kanpur, built at a cost of over Rs 290 crore, to promote sustainable water management through sewage treatment and reuse. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now To enhance regional connectivity, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for the widening of Gauria Pali Marg and the construction of a four-lane road connecting Narwal Mode on the Prayagraj Highway to the Kanpur Defence Node under the Defence Corridor project. During the event, the Prime Minister will also distribute certificates and cheques to beneficiaries of various government schemes, including PM Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana, National Livelihood Mission, and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. (ANI)
