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PM Modi's Mega Kolkata Rally: Rs 18,680 Crore Projects & Bengal Poll Push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a major BJP rally at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground to conclude the party's Parivartan Yatra ahead of the state assembly elections. During his visit, he will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for national highway and connectivity projects valued at approximately Rs 18,680 crore. The flagship project is the 231-km Kharagpur-Morgram Economic Corridor, expected to drastically reduce travel time in the region. Authorities have deployed extensive security and traffic measures for the anticipated record turnout at the event.

Key Points: PM Modi Kolkata Rally: Mega Infrastructure Push Ahead of Bengal Polls

  • Modi addresses key Bengal election rally
  • Inaugurates projects worth Rs 18,680 crore
  • Focus on 231-km Kharagpur-Morgram corridor
  • Massive security and crowd management in place
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PM Modi to address mega rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata today

PM Modi addresses BJP rally in Kolkata, inaugurates Rs 18,680 crore highway projects including the Kharagpur-Morgram Economic Corridor.

"organisational preparations for the rally are progressing rapidly - Raju Banerjee"

New Delhi, March 14

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a major political rally on Saturday at the historic Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata as the BJP concludes its statewide Parivartan Yatra ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Legislative Assembly election.

The BJP's West Bengal unit expects a record turnout at the rally, with supporters travelling from across the state to hear the Prime Minister's address. Preparations at the venue are in full swing, with multiple stages being constructed for the event.

Authorities have deployed thousands of police personnel and imposed traffic restrictions in parts of the city to manage security and the anticipated crowd.

During his visit, PM Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for infrastructure and connectivity projects worth around Rs 18,680 crore, including national highway developments valued at about Rs 16,990 crore covering more than 420 kilometres of road projects. These initiatives are aimed at improving road safety, easing congestion, reducing travel time, and boosting regional connectivity and economic growth in eastern India.

The most significant project is the 231-km Kharagpur-Morgram Economic Corridor, which will be developed as a four-lane highway. The corridor is expected to reduce the distance between Kharagpur and Siliguri by about 120 km, cutting travel time by around eight hours.

The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for the Dubrajpur Bypass on NH-14 and new bridges over the Kangshabati and Silabati rivers to further strengthen highway connectivity in the region.

According to BJP West Bengal vice-president Raju Banerjee, organisational preparations for the rally are progressing rapidly. However, he declined to reveal the exact number of stages being set up at the venue, citing security protocols.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi is scheduled to attend programmes in Silchar, Assam, before travelling to Kolkata for the rally and other engagements in West Bengal.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to see big investments in the East. But honestly, these rallies cause so much traffic chaos in Kolkata. I hope the projects get completed on time, unlike many others. Action on the ground matters more than speeches.
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Rohit P
Brigade Ground is historic for political rallies. Expecting a massive turnout! The BJP is really pushing hard in Bengal this time. The development projects are a good move to win hearts. Let's see if it translates into votes.
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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently between Siliguri and Kharagpur for work, the new corridor sounds fantastic. Saving 8 hours is no joke! This will improve the quality of life for so many. Hope the execution is smooth.
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Meera T
The amount is huge - nearly 19,000 crore! While infrastructure is important, I hope there's equal focus on healthcare and education in the state. Development should be holistic, not just about roads and rallies before elections.
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Vikram M
PM's packed schedule, from Assam to Bengal, shows his commitment. The Parivartan Yatra concluding with this rally sets the stage for an interesting election. Bengal needs a change, and development projects are a strong pitch.

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