Modi in Chennai Highlights: PM inaugurates projects worth ₹5,200 crores in Tamil Nadu capital
PM Narendra Modi today visit highlights: During his visit to Hyderabad and Chennai, PM Modi will launch series of projects worth over Rs. 13,700 crores.
PM Modi visit to Chennai, Hyderabad highlights: Prime minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid foundation stone for projects like AIIMS Bibinagar and flagged off Telangana's second Vande Bharat train in Hyderabad. Later, he addressed a public meeting in city's parade ground. From there, he left for Chennai where he inaugurated the New Integrated Terminal Building of Chennai Airport. He also flagged off the Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express at MGR Chennai Central Railway Station. The worth of the projects that PM Modi is set to inaugurate in both the cities is over Rs. 13,700 crores.
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- Apr 08, 2023 09:10 PM IST
‘This is a time for new energy, new hopes…’: PM Modi
"I know that I have come to you at a festive time. In just a few days the Tamil Nadu new year will be celebrated, this is a time for new energy, new hopes and new aspiration and new beginnings," Modi said.
Apr 08, 2023 08:46 PM IST'Development of Tamil Nadu priority for us': PM Modi
“The long coastline of Tamil Nadu is very significant for trade. Today, the capacity augmentation of our ports has almost doubled when compared to the pre-2014 era. The development of Tamil Nadu is of priority to us.”
Apr 08, 2023 08:15 PM IST'India has more rural internet users than urban users': PM Modi
“We are the world's No 1 in digital transactions; we have the most inexpensive mobile data. Today, India has more rural internet users than urban users,” PM Modi said Saturday in a public rally in Chennai.
Apr 08, 2023 07:30 PM IST‘We see infrastructure growth in human face,’: PM Modi in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing a public meeting in Chennai said, “We do not see infrastructure as concrete, bricks and cement. We see infrastructure with a human face. lt connects aspiration with achievement, people with possibilities and dreams with reality.”
Apr 08, 2023 06:57 PM ISTPM Modi inaugurates projects worth ₹5,200 crores in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Airport, Highway and Railway projects worth over ₹5,200 crores in Chennai.
Apr 08, 2023 06:55 PM ISTCivil aviation is expanding in terms of passengers: Scindia in Chennai
Union civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that India had only 6 cr passengers in 2013-14 and in 9 yrs, it has more than doubled to 14.5 cr passengers per year. He further said that Civil aviation has passed pre-Covid record of 4.2 lakh passengers a day to 4.55 lakh passengers.
“Civil aviation is changing,” the minister said.
Apr 08, 2023 05:41 PM IST‘Love Tamil culture, language..’: PM Modi in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing a gathering at the celebration commemorating 125th anniversary of Ramakrishna Math said that it is an institution that he deeply respects. “It has played an important role in my life. I am among the Tamil people, for whom I have great affection. l love the Tamil language, Tamil culture and the vibe of Chennai,” he further said.
Apr 08, 2023 05:05 PM ISTPM participates in celebrations of 125th anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna Math in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in celebrations commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna Math in Chennai after inaugarated new terminal building at airport and flagged of state's second Vande Bharat train (Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express).
Apr 08, 2023 04:34 PM ISTPM Modi flags off Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express at Dr MGR Chennai central railway station in Tamil Nadu, which is the second of its kind to be introduced in the state.
"It is the fastest train between the two cities with a travel time of 5 hours and 50 minutes, saving more than an hour of journey time," an official statement said.
Apr 08, 2023 04:11 PM ISTPM Modi on road show before flagging off Vande Bharat train in Chennai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducts a road show on his way to flag off Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express at at MGR Chennai Central Railway Station.
Apr 08, 2023 04:08 PM ISTPassenger capacity will increase to 30 MPPA at Chennai airport with new terminal: Govt
According to a statement given by the government the addition of new integrated terminal building will increase the passenger serving capacity of the airport from 23 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) to 30 MPPA.
Apr 08, 2023 03:32 PM ISTPM Modi inaugurates new terminal building of Chennai airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ₹1,260 crore new terminal building of Chennai airport. He will also flag off Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express today.
Apr 08, 2023 03:22 PM ISTPM Modi to shortly inaugurate new terminal building of Chennai airport
Apr 08, 2023 03:05 PM ISTPM Modi arrives in Chennai; warmly welcomed by CM Stalin and governor R N Ravi
PM Modi welcomed by TN governor RN Ravi and CM Stalin in Chennai. (ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Chennai just a few hours after concluding his visit to Hyderabad. Upon his arrival, he received a warm welcome from the chief minister of the state, M K Stalin, as well as the governor, R N Ravi.
Apr 08, 2023 02:59 PM IST‘Will be gateway to whole of India,’ says Union minister Scindia over new terminal inauguration in Chennai airport
Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that the new terminal inauguration at Chennai airport will make Tamil Nadu a gateway to not only South India but to the whole of India.
“Today is a very important day in the history of Chennai. Chennai reflects the potential of India. The capacity of Chennai airport will increase by 50% today,” Scindia was quoted by ANI as saying.
Apr 08, 2023 02:48 PM ISTPM Modi to flag off Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express
Prime Minister after his visit to Hyderabad where he flagged off Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express is now reaching Chennai to launch projects there. He will flag off Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express at a function at MGR Chennai Central Railway Station.
Apr 08, 2023 02:12 PM ISTPM Modi expresses ‘pain’ over alleged Telangana govt's non-cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing a rally in Hyderabad on Saturday appealed to Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao-led BRS Government to not allow any obstruction in development being planned for the people of the state. He expressed 'pain' at the alleged non-cooperation of the ruling dispensation towards central initiatives aimed at the southern state.
Apr 08, 2023 01:36 PM ISTPM Modi at exhibition in Hyderabad
Apr 08, 2023 01:34 PM IST‘They only want to see their family flourish’: PM Modi slams Telangana govt
Prime minister Narendra Modi in an attack on the state government in Telangana said, “A handful of people are scared of development works... They have nothing to do with the welfare of the country and society. They only want to see their family flourish. Telangana needs to be careful of such people.”
Apr 08, 2023 01:30 PM ISTBudget 2023 allotted ₹10 lakh crore for infrastructure modernisation: PM Modi in Hyderabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at a public meeting in parade ground, Hyderabad that despite the uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, India has emerged as one of the few countries that are investing an unprecedented amount towards modernizing their infrastructure.
“ ₹10 lakh crore was allotted for infrastructure modernisation in this year’s budget,”PM Modi said.
Apr 08, 2023 01:15 PM IST'Sadly, Telangana govt delaying Centre's projects': PM Modi in Hyderabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Hyderabad that the state government in Telangana has been delaying Centre's projects. “This NDA govt considers it our duty to fulfil the dreams of citizens in Telangana,” Modi said. Read more
Apr 08, 2023 12:50 PM ISTPM Modi lays foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar, other projects in Hyderabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar in Hyderabad along with five National Highway projects and redevelopment of Secunderabad Railway Station.
Apr 08, 2023 12:33 PM ISTNew terminal at Chennai airport will serve international traffic: Chairman, AAI
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) chairman stated that the new terminal at Chennai airport will exclusively serve international traffic. It has got 54 immigration counters, 80 check-in counters. PM Modi will inaugurate the terminal building today.
Apr 08, 2023 12:06 PM ISTPM Modi flags off Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flags off Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express at Secunderabad railway station. He also interacted with students there.
Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and G Kishan Reddy accompanied PM Modi at the inauguration of Vande Bharat Train.
Apr 08, 2023 12:02 PM ISTPM Modi reaches Secunderabad railway station to flag off Vande Bharat train
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaches Secunderabad railway station to flag off Vande Bharat train.
Apr 08, 2023 11:47 AM ISTPM Modi lands at Begumpet airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Begumpet airport at Hyderabad and will reach Secunderabad railway station shortly. He was received by Governor Dr Tamilisai Soundararajan and other dignitaries.
Apr 08, 2023 11:37 AM ISTSecunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express to cuts travel time by 3 Hours; to benefit pilgrim passengers
The Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express which will be flagged offf by PM Modi shortly, will connect Hyderabad with the abode of Lord Venkateswara, Tirupati. It is the second Vande Bharat train to be started from Telangana within a short span of three months.
The train will reduce the travel time between the two cities by almost three and half hours and will be particularly beneficial for pilgrim passengers.
Apr 08, 2023 11:19 AM ISTTelangana CM KCR to skip PM Modi's programme in Telangana today
Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has instructed BRS minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav to receive Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Begumpet airport today in his absence, ANI reported. Read more
Apr 08, 2023 11:14 AM ISTPM Modi to lay foundation of AIIMS Bibinagar in Hyderabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also lay the foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar at the public programme at Parade Ground in Hyderabad on Saturday.
According to PMO's statement, AIIMS Bibinagar is being developed at a cost of more than ₹1,350 crore in order to provide holistic tertiary care health services to the people of Telangana at their doorstep.
Apr 08, 2023 10:57 AM ISTTraffic advisory issued ahead PM Modi's Hyderabad visit
Ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Telangana on Saturday, the Hyderabad traffic police has issued advisories regarding restrictions in vehicular movements.
“Commuters are requested to note the traffic restrictions/diversions in view of visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to Hyderabad tomorrow i.e., on 08-04-2023,” it said in a tweet.
Apr 08, 2023 10:55 AM ISTChennai airport's new terminal spread across 2.20 lakh sq metres
According to Chennai airport officials, the new terminal, spread across 2.20 lakh sq metres and would cater to passenger traffic of 35 million per year.
Apr 08, 2023 10:52 AM ISTSecurity beefed up ahead PM Modi's visit
In view of Modi’s visit, the Chennai police has beefed up security across the city. Motorists have been asked to plan ahead of their journey to reach their destination due to elaborate traffic diversions.
Apr 08, 2023 10:50 AM ISTChennai airport's new terminal built at a cost of ₹2,437 crore
Apr 08, 2023 10:47 AM ISTPM Modi to take part in 125th annual day celebrations of Ramakrishna Mutt in Chennai
PM Modi, who is on a Chennai tour on Saturday, would take part in the 125th annual day celebrations of Ramakrishna Mutt at Vivekanandhar Illam on the arterial Kamarajar Salai (Beach Road). He will also inaugurate infrastructure projects at Pallavaram.
Apr 08, 2023 10:45 AM ISTBJP puts up posters in Hyderabad welcoming PM Modi
Apr 08, 2023 10:40 AM ISTPM Modi to lay foundation for Secunderabad railway station
PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for the redevelopment of the Secunderabad railway station in Telangana on Saturday. According to Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the redevelopment of Secunderabad Railway Station, at a cost of ₹720 crore, will involve a major makeover with world-class amenities and an aesthetically designed iconic station building.
Apr 08, 2023 10:38 AM ISTSecunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express to reduce the travel time by 3.5 hours
The Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express, connecting Hyderabad with the abode of Lord Venkateswara, Tirupati, is the second Vande Bharat train to be started from Telangana within a short span of three months. The train will reduce the travel time between the two cities by almost three and half hours and will be particularly beneficial for pilgrim passengers.
Apr 08, 2023 10:37 AM ISTTelangana CM KCR to not attend PM Modi's program today
PM Modi will inaugurate projects worth ₹11,360 crore in Telangana today. CM KCR was invited following the protocol. Also, CM KCR will not be receiving PM Modi at Begumpet airport during his arrival today, reported ANI.
Apr 08, 2023 10:32 AM ISTPM Modi to lay foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar
PM Modi will lay the foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar in Hyderabad and five National Highway projects
Apr 08, 2023 10:31 AM ISTSeveral Telangana Congress leaders ahead PM Modi's visit
Several Telangana Congress leaders were detained by police on Saturday ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the state later today.
Apr 08, 2023 10:27 AM ISTPM Modi to inaugurate Chennai airport's new terminal building. See pics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first phase of the new state-of-the-art integrated terminal building at Chennai Airport on April 8. Read more
Apr 08, 2023 10:25 AM ISTPM Modi to inaugurate new Chennai airport terminal: 5 things to know
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first phase of the new integrated terminal at Chennai Airport on Saturday. Read more
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