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Highlights| Tamil Nadu made Arjun tank will be used on northern border, will show 'India united' spirit
The Prime Minister laid foundation stone and inaugurate several developmental projects.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Tamil Nadu on Sunday where he launched key developmental projects to fulfill the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Before embarking on the visit, PM Modi tweeted his schedule which listed the key projects that will be inaugurated today, like the fourth Railway line between Chennai Beach and Attipattu; Railway Electrification of single line section in Villupuram - Cuddalore - Mayiladuthurai - Thanjavur and Mayiladuthurai-Thiruvarur.
The Prime Minister laid foundation stone and inaugurated several developmental projects. He also handed over the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to the Army, at Chennai.
Presently, no fisherman in Sri Lankan custody: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said under his government tenure 60,000 fishermen have been released from Sri Lankan custody. Currently, there is no fisherman under Sri Lankan custody. 313 boats have also been released while we are working towards release of the rest of boats, he added.
PM Modi announces developmental projects for displaced Tamilians in Sri Lanka
Prime Minister Modi said it was his honor to be the only Indian prime minister to visit Jafna in Sri lanka. He announced projects like 50,000 houses, free ambulances services in north eastern Sri Lanka for displaces Tamilians. Flight has been arranged from Chennai to Jafna, he said, adding about the safety of Tamilians in Sri Lanka. Our government has always worked for Tamil rights with Sri Lankan leaders.
Decision about dignity, identity: PM Modi on Devendrakula Vellalars approved demand
Prime Minister said the Central government has accepted the long standing demand of the Devendrakula Vellalars community to be called by their heritage name and and not by the 6-7 names listed in Schedule to the Constitution. The Centre has passed the draft to amend their name in the constitution. This decision is about dignity and identity, he said.
India believes in peace but will protect sovereignty at all cost: PM
One of the defence corridor in the state has received investment commitment of ₹8100 crores to fulfill the aim of Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence sector. He said India believes in peace but will protect sovereignty at all cost, referring to external forces on the border.
Aim to make India Aatmanirbhar in defence sector: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi talking about the two defence corridors in Tamil Nadu said the state is the leading automobile manufacturer in the country and will also evolve as tank manufacturer hub. The indigenously developed Arjun Main Battle Tank will be used to protect the northern borders of India which will showcase Bharat Ekta Darshan, he said.
PM Modi paid homage to Pulwama martyrs
Prime Minister Modi remembering the sacrifice of Pulwama soldiers, paid homage to the martyrs who lost their lives on this date two years ago. We are proud of our security forces their bravery will continue to inspire us, he said.
Electrification will ensure faster movement of food grains: PM
The electrification of Railways system of 228 km of Thanjavur and other districts will benefit the delta. This will ensure faster movement of food grains.
Focus on urban transport boost 'ease of living': PM on Chennai Metro Rail Phase-II
The focus on urban transport will boost ease of living for the citizens of the state. The amount of ₹63,000 crores for the Chennai Metro Rail Phase-II for the stretch of 119 Km is the largest amount sanctioned for a project in one go, said Prime Minister.
PM Modi appreciates farmers of state for record food grain production
Prime Minister appreciated the farmers of the state for record food grain production and use of irrigation system. He said the foundation stone of modernization of 636 Grand Anicut Canal system that will benefit irrigation. Grand Anicut living testimony of our glorious past, said PM Modi.
Symbol of innovation and indigenous development: PM Modi
Prime Minister while talking about the visionary projects said these are the symbols of innovation and indigenous development in Chennai.
PM Modi inaugurates Discovery campus of IIT Madras
The Discovery Campus of IIT-Madras will place the IIT campus in the state at the global map of scientific research and development. The campus will be built at the estimated cost of ₹1,000 crores at Thaiyur.
PM inaugurates Grand Anicut canal
Built across Kaveri river, Grand Anicut canal. The Prime Minister has taken number of initiatives to improves the canal system of Kaveri river. Modernisation of the canal has been taken at the cost of ₹2640 crores.
PM Modi inaugurates fourth Railway line
The Prime Minister has inaugurated the fourth Railway line between Chennai Beach and Attipattu. This 22.1 km section, laid at a cost of ₹293.40 crores, traverses through Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts.
PM Modi flags off Chennai Metro rail Phase-I
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off the flagship project Chennai Metro Rail in phase-1 built under the cost of ₹3,770 crore with the funding from Centre and state government. The metro rail will cover a stretch of 9.07km with 8 stations.
PM Modi hands over Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to Indian Army in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has handed over the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to Indian Army chief General MM Naravane. The Arjun Main Battle Tank is an indigenously developed armoured fighting vehicle by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
