Key Points

PM Modi is set to visit Gujarat to inaugurate and lay the foundation for projects worth Rs 53,414 crore. The initiatives span energy, roads, and tourism, including solar plants and hyperloop technology. Key locations include Bhuj, Dahod, and Gandhinagar, reinforcing Gujarat's infrastructure growth. The visit marks Modi's first trip to the state post-Operation Sindoor.

Key Points: PM Modi Visits Gujarat to Launch Rs 53,414 Crore Development Projects

  • Modi to inaugurate 33 projects worth Rs 53,414 crore
  • Focus on solar energy and power transmission
  • Infrastructure upgrades in Kutch and Gandhidham
  • Tourism and hyperloop tech development in Dholavira
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PM Modi to visit Gujarat on May 26-27, inaugurate and launch development projects worth Rs 53,414 crore

PM Modi inaugurates key projects in Bhuj, Dahod, and Gandhinagar, boosting Gujarat's infrastructure and renewable energy sector.

"PM Modi's visit underscores Gujarat's growth with transformative projects in energy, roads, and tourism. - Gujarat CMO"

Gandhinagar, May 24

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on May 26 and 27, his first visit to the state following Operation Sindoor, to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for various development projects in Dahod, Bhuj, and Gandhinagar, a Gujarat Chief Minister's Office (CMO) release said on Saturday.

On May 26 in Bhuj, PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of 33 development projects worth Rs 53,414 crore, with the projects spanning key sectors and will be undertaken by major departments and Boards including the Energy and Petrochemicals Department, Roads and Buildings Department, Water Supply Department, Pavitra Yatra Dham Vikas Board, Power Grid, and Deendayal Port Authority, the release said.

According to the release, PM modi will inaugurate development projects including 220/66 kV Babarzar Substation, 132/66 kV Kansumra Substation in Jamnagar; 66 kV HTLS Transmission Lines in Amreli, Junagadh, and Gir Somnath; 11 MW Solar PV Project at Jambudiya Vidi in Morbi; 10 MW Solar PV Project at Manjal, 35 MW Solar PV Project at Lakadia in Kutch; 210 MW Solar PV Project at Babarjar in Jamnagar; Widening and strengthening of Layja-Bada-Mapar-Modkuba-Lathedi-Sandhan-Suthari Road in Kutch; Expansion and strengthening of Bhirandiyara-Hodko-Dhordo Tent City Road; Banaskantha-Sankari Project: Transmission network extension to increase Available Transfer Capability (ATC); Oil Jetty No 8, Dome and transit storage godowns at Cargo Jetty area, Port Area Expansion for EXIM cargo storage in Kandla; Additional road connectivity from Adipur to Cargo Berth 16 and National Highway 141; Common connectivity for the container terminal at Tuna-Tekra; D-type residential quarters at Port Colony in Gopalpuri; Centre of Excellence at DPA Administrative Office in Gandhidham; Development of temple premises and surrounding area, including Khatla Bhavani and Chachar Kund at Mata na Madh.

Additionally, the foundation stone for key development projects will be laid, including 800 kV HVDC project for power transmission from the newly developed Khawda Renewable Energy Zone; Transmission system for an additional 7 GW of power from Khawda Renewable Park; 400/220 kV Mevasa Substation, 400/220 kV Dholera-2 Substation in Kutch and Ahmedabad respectively; 800 MW Ultra Super Critical Thermal Power Plant Unit, Remodeling of the new marshalling yard for the coal handling plant at Ukai, Tapi; Pump mode operation for the 60 MW unit of Kadana Hydro Electric Plant; Storm-proof underground power distribution network in Gandhidham city, Construction of the Palasava-Bhimsar-Hamirpur-Fategadh CC road, Strengthening of the Kotda-Bitta Road, Group Improvement Water Supply Scheme in Abdasa in Kutch; Four-lane high-speed corridor from Bhuj to Nakhatrana; Construction of a 10 MW Green Hydrogen Production Facility, Construction of 3 Road Over Bridges and improvement of 6-lane roads at Kandla; Development of Hyperloop Pod Technology at Kandla Port; and Tourism infrastructure development at Dholavira.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great to see PM Modi focusing on Gujarat's development again! The solar projects and renewable energy initiatives show India's commitment to green energy. Hope these projects get completed on time unlike some previous ones that faced delays. 🙏
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Priya M.
As someone from Kutch, I'm excited about the road projects and tourism development at Dholavira. Our region needs better connectivity. But I hope they also focus on maintaining existing infrastructure - many roads built last year already need repairs.
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Amit S.
Rs 53,414 crore is a huge amount! While development is good, I wish there was more transparency in how these contracts are awarded. Also, Gujarat gets so many projects while other states wait for basic infrastructure. Need more balanced regional development.
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Neha P.
The hyperloop pod technology at Kandla Port sounds futuristic! 😍 But I hope we're not just copying foreign tech - India should also invest in indigenous R&D. Our ISRO scientists have shown what we can achieve when given proper support.
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Sanjay D.
Good to see focus on renewable energy with the 800 MW thermal plant and solar projects. But what about the farmers in Gujarat who are struggling with water shortages? Hope some of these funds go towards better irrigation and water management too.
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Kavita R.
Temple development is good, but I'm more interested in the storm-proof power network for Gandhidham. After the 1998 cyclone, we need resilient infrastructure. Hope this project covers all vulnerable areas and not just city centers.

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