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PM Modi's Assam Visit: ₹50,000 Crore Schemes & Love for State's Development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Assam, distributing PM-KISAN funds and unveiling development projects worth thousands of crores. BJP Assam President Dilip Saikia stated the visit reflects the PM's affection and dream for a developed Assam. PM Modi criticized the Congress party, accusing it of lacking commitment and spreading falsehoods. He highlighted the direct transfer of over ₹4.25 lakh crore to farmers nationwide since 2014.

Key Points: PM Modi Visits Assam, Unveils Projects Worth ₹19,480 Crore

  • PM Modi releases 22nd PM-KISAN instalment
  • Unveils projects worth ₹19,480 crore in Assam
  • Slams Congress for spreading misinformation
  • Over 19 lakh Assam farmers received ₹8,000 crore
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"His dream of making Assam developed, symbol of his love": BJP MP Dilip Saikia on PM Modi's visit

PM Modi releases PM-KISAN funds, slams Congress in Assam. BJP MP says visit reflects PM's dream of a developed Assam. Over 19 lakh farmers benefit.

"His dream of making a developed Assam is a symbol of his love. - Dilip Saikia"

Guwahati, March 14

Assam Bharatiya Janata Party president Dilip Saikia said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit reflects his affection for the state, with the distribution of funds under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and schemes worth around Rs 50,000 crore.

Speaking to reporters here, Saikia said, "The Prime Minister has come today with a lot of love for Assam. The distribution of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (funds) and schemes worth around Rs 50,000 crore. Whenever the Prime Minister comes to Assam, he comes with a big package. His dream of making a developed Assam is a symbol of his love."

His remarks came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday released the 22nd instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme to over 9.3 crore farmers across the country, under which eligible farmers receive Rs 2,000 directly into their bank accounts.

Addressing an event where he unveiled projects of Rs 19,480 crore in the poll-bound state, PM Modi slammed the Congress, accusing it of a "lack of commitment to the nation" and said it "remains focused on spreading misinformation and falsehoods".

"Just a little while ago, a message has reached the accounts of millions of farmers that the PM Samman Nidhi has been deposited. These are the same farmer brothers and sisters, most of whom did not have a mobile phone or any account in a bank before 2014. Today, more than Rs 4.25 lakh crore have been deposited in the accounts of millions of such farmers so far," he said.

Specifically, around 19 lakh farmers in Assam have received nearly Rs 8,000 crore to date. "This is something even the developed nations of the world cannot match. With one click, money reaches crores of farmers directly," he stressed.

Due to inclement weather, PM Modi laid the foundation stone for development works in Kokrajhar via video conferencing. He expressed apologies for not being able to visit in person and acknowledged the contributions of personalities like Bodofa Upendranath Brahma and Roopnath Brahma.

He affirmed, "It has always been my endeavour to repay this debt by serving you and developing this region."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Rs 50,000 crore is a massive package! Assam needs this development push. The focus on connectivity and agriculture is the right way forward. Let's hope the execution matches the announcement.
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Aman W
While the schemes are good, I wish the visit wasn't so close to elections. Feels like these big announcements are timed for votes. Development should be a continuous process, not an event.
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Sarah B
Interesting to read about the digital payment system for farmers. The scale is impressive - 9.3 crore beneficiaries! The tech infrastructure behind this must be huge. A case study in governance.
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Karthik V
Assam has so much potential in tourism and tea. If these funds help build better roads and airports, it will boost our economy big time. Bodoland region development is also crucial for peace and progress.
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Nisha Z
The PM Kisan money is helpful, but what about controlling fertilizer prices and ensuring fair MSP? That's the real worry for farmers. Schemes are good, but core issues remain. Just my two paise.
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David E
Acknowledging local leaders like Bodofa Upendranath Brahma shows respect for the region's history and culture. That's an important gesture often missed in high-level politics.

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