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PM Modi in Agra highlights: Rivals are coming together just to oppose us, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday launched road and underground sewerage system projects developed at an investment of Rs 1,100 crore in Solapur.Watch: PM Modi in Solapur: Hope Rajya Sabha passes historic quota bill
At a public rally here, Modi launched the four-laning of Solapur-Osmanabad section of NH-211, underground sewerage system and three sewage treatment plants.Modi also laid the foundation stone for a Rs 1811 crore housing project of 30,000 units under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. The project will improve connectivity between Solapur and Marathwada region.
In Agra, the foundation stones for the following projects will be laid:
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 8, 2019
Integrated Command and Control Centre for Agra Smart City.
Upgradation of SN Medical College, Agra.
Various other development projects.
Tomorrow, I look forward to being among the people of Agra. The Gangajal Project pertaining to water supply will be inaugurated. It will improve the water supply, benefiting Agra residents and tourists. Projects relating to health, sanitation, education will also be inaugurated.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 8, 2019
Later in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold an election rally in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra. The Prime Minister will fly to Agra from Bidar in Karnataka and reach the rally ground around 3:15 pm, said district authorities.
A boost to the development of Solapur.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 9, 2019
PM @narendramodi to inaugurate various development projects in the city. https://t.co/SXXt5dIxu9
Here are the highlights:
5:20 pm IST
Proud of first woman defence minister: PM
Proud of first woman defence minister (Nirmala Sitharam) who is taking of care of the country’s security and gave a reply to the Opposition in the Parliament that left them speechless, said PM Modi.
5:19 pm IST
Rivals coming to together just to oppose us: PM
Political rivals, who didn’t even like to look each other, are now coming together just to oppose us,” said PM Modi in Agra.
5:17 pm IST
Be careful of those spreading lies: PM Modi
“We need to be careful of those selfish people who are spreading lies,” said PM Modi.
5:15 pm IST
They fear the chowkidar: PM Modi
‘They fear the chowkidar, which is why they want to throw me out of power,” said PM Modi.
5:05 pm IST
99% items brought below 28% GST slab: PM
Approximately 99% items have been brought under 28% GST slab, said PM Modi.
5:00 pm IST
Over 7 lakh benefitted within 100 days of Ayushman Bharat scheme: PM
With Ayushman Bharat Yojna or Modi care scheme in place, patients with critical illnesses have been benefitted. Within 100 days of introducing the scheme, over 7 lakh people have undergone or are undergoing treatment,” said PM Modi in Agra.
4:55 pm IST
A step towards smart city: PM
With projects like Gangajal project, and facilities like CCTV cameras are step towards Agra becoming a smart city. These facilities will also attract tourists,” said PM Modi.
4:52 pm IST
Cleaning Ganga also our priority: PM
“I want to inform you that under Namami Ganga Mission, the cleaning of river Yamuna is also our priority,” said PM Narendra Modi in Agra
4:50 pm IST
Gangajal project will also help tourism sector: PM
“Along with the people of Agra, tourists will also get clean Ganga water to drink, which is why they would want to spend more time here. Thus, helping the tourism sector as well,” said PM Modi.
4:45 pm IST
A step towards development: PM Modi
The projects worth Rs 3000 crore that have been inaugurated today are a step towards the development of Agra. It’s a measure to step up facilities related to water, education, and sanitation.
4:42 pm IST
PM Modi address public meeting
After laying the foundation stone of the Gangajal project, PM Modi began addressing public meeting in Agra.
4:40 pm IST
PM Modi inaugurates Gangajal project in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra
PM Modi today inaugurated Gangajal project in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra.
4:35 pm IST
PM to gift Gangajal Project to Agra: UP CM
PM Modi will today inaugurate the Gangajal Project, which is a gift to the residents of Agra, said UP CM Yogi Adityanath today while addressing a public rally.
4:30 pm IST
UP CM addresses rally
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath began addressing a public rally in Agra.
4:25 pm IST
UP CM welcomes PM
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath along with a huge crowd welcomed Prime Minister Modi in Agra.
4:20 pm IST
PM Modi reaches Agra
PM Modi reaches Agra to inaugurate several development projects related to health, sanitation, and education.
3:39 pm IST
Projects relating to health, sanitation, education will also be inaugurated: PM Modi
Projects relating to health, sanitation, education will also be inaugurated, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted.
3:09 pm IST
PM Modi is expected to unveil various development projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to unveil various development projects, including the Gangajal project, for which water from Ganga had reached Agra.
3:04 pm IST
Ten companies of paramilitary forces and 4,000 policemen will provide security cover
Officials said traffic diversions will be in place across the city in wake of the Prime Minister’s visit.Ten companies of paramilitary forces and 4,000 policemen will provide security cover.
2:46 pm IST
PM Modi will visit the Taj city today where he will address a mega rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Taj city today where he will address a mega rally. Elaborate arrangements have been made in view of the Prime Minister’s visit to the city.
2:42 pm IST
PM Modi to kick-start BJP’s campaign for Lok Sabha polls from Agra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick-start the Bharatiya Janata Party’s campaign for the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh from Agra.
2:25 pm IST
Hope PM Modi learns the lesson of affection and love from Taj Mahal: Akhilesh Yadav
I hope Prime Minister Modi learns the lesson of affection and love from Taj Mahal, says Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav hours ahead of PM’s Agra visit.
1:44 pm IST
Christian Michel was lobbying for “other contender” in the multi-role combat aircraft deal: PM
Citing media reports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Christian Michel, the alleged middleman in the AgustaWestland deal, was lobbying for “other contender” in the multi-role combat aircraft deal.
1:19 pm IST
Middleman of helicopter deal was also involved in France fighter jet deal of previous government: PM Modi
As per media, the middleman of helicopter deal who has been brought to India from foreign country was not only involved in the helicopter deal, but also in France fighter jet deal of previous government, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
1:17 pm IST
This ‘chowkidar’ cannot be bought or scared: PM Modi
This ‘chowkidar’ cannot be bought or scared; can pick up a wrongdoer even in darkness: PM Narendra Modi targets Congress-led opposition at rally in Maharashtra.
12:56 pm IST
Solapur will soon be covered under the Udaan scheme: PM Modi
Solapur will soon be covered under the Udaan scheme which seeks to link far off places with air connectivity, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:44pm IST
This chowkidar has tried to remove middlemen: PM Modi
This chowkidar has tried to remove middlemen. The middlemen have to give answer to the nation. Your blessing gives me strength, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:40 pm IST
Want to assure people of Assam and North East that their rights won’t be hurt after passage of Citizenship Bill: PM
I want to assure the people of Assam and North East that their rights will not be hurt after passage of the Citizenship Bill, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:33 pm IST
Quota bill is a strong answer to those spreading lies on the move: PM
Passage of bill that provides for 10 per cent quota for the poor sections in general category is a “strong answer” by Parliament to those spreading lies on the move: Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Maharashtra
12:30 pm IST
Misconceptions being spread about the quota bill: PM Modi
There are misconceptions being spread about the quota bill. However, I expect it will be passed in Rajya Sabha too. It was extended by a day for this quota bill only, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:24 pm IST
A Rs 1,000 crore rail line has been approved, it’ll be ready soon: PM
A Rs 1,000 crore rail line has been approved, it’ll be ready soon, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:23 pm IST
Nothing will be taken away from any other weaker section: PM
Yesterday, the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill was passed in Lok Sabha. I want to assure people from northeast & Assam that their rights will not be compromised with this decision. Nothing will be taken away from any other weaker section, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:17 pm IST
Happy infrastructure issues have been worked upon: PM Modi
Last time I visited Solapur, I spoke about the infrastructure issues and I am happy they have been worked upon: PM
12:12 pm IST
10% quota signifies strong work of BJP towards ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: PM
The Lok Sabha took an important decision yesterday. I hope important decision will be taken today in the Rajya Sabha. On Tuesday, a historic Bill was passed in Lok Sabha. 10% quota signifies strong work of BJP towards ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: PM
12:11 pm IST
BJP has strengthened and worked towards ‘Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas’: PM Modi
BJP has strengthened and worked towards ‘Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas’, says PM Modi.
12:09 pm IST
PM Modi launches four-laning of Solapur-Osmanabad section of NH-211
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches four-laning of Solapur-Osmanabad section of NH-211, underground sewerage system and three sewage treatment plants and lays foundation stone of 30,000 houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
12:06 am IST
Glad to be in this wonderful city: PM Modi
Hello Solapur! Glad to be in this wonderful city, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
11:51 am IST
PM Modi inaugurates and lays foundation stone for various development projects in Solapur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates and lays foundation stone for various development projects in Solapur.
11:44 am IST
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is speaking in Solapur
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis is speaking in Solapur.
11:32 am IST
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is addressing a public meeting in Solapur, Maharashtra
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is addressing a public meeting in Solapur, Maharashtra.
11:22 am IST
PM Modi at foundation laying ceremony of various development projects in Solapur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the foundation laying ceremony of various development projects in Solapur.
Maharashtra: PM Narendra Modi at the foundation laying ceremony of various development projects in Solapur. pic.twitter.com/fUP3OVBtIh
— ANI (@ANI) January 9, 2019
11:04 am IST
PM Modi will inaugurate several infrastructure projects in Solapur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate several infrastructure projects in Solapur, 190km south of Beed.
