Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated, laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation development works worth Rs 5,400 cr in Ahmedabad, Gujarat today. Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister remarked that the entire nation is currently immersed in the fervour of Ganeshotsav. He highlighted that with the blessings of Ganpati Bappa, today marks the auspicious beginning of several development projects linked to Gujarat’s progress. He stated that he has had the privilege of dedicating multiple projects at the feet of the people and extended heartfelt congratulations to all citizens for these development initiatives.
Prime Minister stated that whether it is industry, agriculture, or tourism excellent connectivity is essential for all sectors. He highlighted that in the past 20–25 years, Gujarat’s connectivity has undergone a complete transformation. He further remarked that today, several road and rail-related projects have been inaugurated and foundation stones laid. Noting that the Circular Road, known as Sardar Patel Ring Road, is now being widened, Shri Modi stated that it is being developed into a six-lane road. He emphasized that this expansion will help reduce traffic congestion in the city’s most crowded areas. He added that the widening of the Viramgam–Khudrad–Rampura Road will benefit farmers and industries in the region. He remarked that the newly constructed underpasses and railway over bridges will further enhance the city’s connectivity.
He recalled that Pujya Bapu always emphasized the dignity of the poor and highlighted that the newly constructed homes near Sabarmati Ashram stand as a living example of this vision. The Prime Minister stated that the allocation of 1,500 permanent houses to the poor marks the foundation of countless new dreams. He remarked that this Navratri and Diwali, the joy on the faces of those residing in these homes will be even greater. He added that alongside this initiative, the renovation of Bapu’s Ashram is also underway as a true tribute to Pujya Bapu.
In line with his commitment to world class infrastructure and connectivity, Prime minister dedicated multiple railway projects worth over Rs 1,400 crore to the Nation. It includes doubling of the 65 km Mahesana-Palanpur Rail Line worth over Rs 530 crore, gauge conversion of the 37 km Kalol-Kadi-Katosan Road Rail Line and 40 km Bechraji-Ranuj Rail Line worth over Rs 860 crore. With the addition of broad-gauge capacity, these projects will ensure smoother, safer and more seamless connectivity in the region. This will significantly ease travel for daily commuters, tourists and businesses, while promoting regional economic integration. Further, flagging off the passenger train between Katosan Road & Sabarmati will provide improved access to religious destinations and stimulate economic activity at the grassroots level. The car-loaded freight train service from Bechraji will enhance connectivity to the state’s industrial hubs, strengthening the logistics network and generate employment opportunities.
Furthering his vision to improve connectivity, enhance commuter safety, and accelerate regional development, Prime Minister inaugurated widening of Viramgam–Khudad–Rampura road. He also laid the foundation stone for construction of six-lane vehicle underpasses on the Ahmedabad–Mehsana–Palanpur road; railway overbridge on the Ahmedabad–Viramgam road among others. Collectively, these initiatives will boost industrial growth, improve transport efficiency and economic opportunity in the region.
In a major boost to power sector in the state, Prime Minister inaugurated power distribution projects in Ahmedabad, Mehsana and Gandhinagar under Uttar Gujarat Vij Company Limited (UGVCL), aimed at reducing losses, modernizing the network and strengthening infrastructure under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. The projects, worth over Rs 1000 crore, will reduce power breakdowns and outages during adverse weather, improve public safety, transformer protection and reliability of the electricity supply network.
Prime Minister inaugurated Development of Slums situated at Sector-3 of Ramapir No Tekro under In Situ Slum Rehabilitation Component of PMAY (U). He also laid the foundation stone for major road widening projects being implemented on the Sardar Patel Ring Road around Ahmedabad to ease traffic flow and improve connectivity. He laid the foundation stone of key urban infrastructure projects to strengthen water and sewerage management systems.
Strengthening administrative efficiency and public service delivery, Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of key infrastructure projects in Gujarat. It will include the construction of a new Stamps and Registration Building in Ahmedabad West, aimed at improving citizen-centric services, and the establishment of a State-Level Data Storage Centre at Gandhinagar, designed to enhance secure data management and digital governance capabilities across Gujarat.
