Highlights: PM Modi offers prayers at Kerala’s Sri Padmanabha Swami temple
PM Narendra Modi was in Odisha and Kerala on Tuesday to launch various development projects, including a railway line and a highway bypass.In Odisha, PM Modi dedicated to the nation a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Jharsuguda and other developmental projects, and inaugurated a new railway line between Balangir and Bichupali..Read | BJP’s other look east policy: Eye on polls, party looks to make inroads in India’s east coast.In Kerala, PM Modi inaugurated the Kollam bypass on National Highway 66. He also addressed a public rally where he came down heavily on the Kerala state government over the Sabarimala issue saying, “the conduct of LDF government will go down in history as one of the most shameful behaviours by any party and government.”Here are the highlights:
8:15 pm IST
PM Modi offers prayers at Sri Padmanabha Swami temple
PM Modi on Tuesday offered prayers at Sri padmanabha swami temple in thiruvananthapuram
7:53 pm IST
PM inaugurates Swadesh Darshan Project
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday inaugurated Swadeshi Darshan Scheme at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Kerala Governor Palanisamy Sathasivam, CM Pinarayi Vijayan, and Shashi Tharoor were also present.
6:39 pm IST
Don’t underestimate BJP’s Karyakarta, PM Modi’s warning to UDF, LDF: PM
The UDF and LDF may laugh at us. To them, I say, do not under estimate the BJP Karyakarta. Your taunts, your sticks, your violence, cannot break the morale of the BJP Karyakarta: PM Modi
They should see what happened in Tripura.
From zero, we formed a Government there.
What happened in Tripura, will happen in Kerala: PM @narendramodi
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) January 15, 2019
6:38 pm IST
NDA govt sensitive to well-being of Kerala people in Gulf: Modi
The NDA government is a government for each and every Indian. We are sensitive to the well-being of our sisters and brothers from Kerala, in the Gulf. Our government has done whatever, and I repeat whatever it takes to bring people safely back home, from conflict zones: PM Modi
When nurses from India were captured by ISIS, we did everything possible to bring them back. Father Tom was held hostage for 18 months but we ensured that he is back home safely. Our rescue efforts ensured that people of other nations too reach their homes: Modi
6:34 pm IST
PM Modit hits out at LDF, UDF, says two sides of the same coin
UDF and LDF are different in name, but in neglecting Kerala’s Yuva Shakti, they are same. UDF and LDF are different in name, but in ignoring the poor, they are same. UDF and LDF are different in name, but in cheating the people of Kerala, they are same: PM Modi
UDF and LDF are two sides of the same old coin.
Different in name, but in corruption, casteism and communalism, they are the same.
Different in name, but in damaging Kerala's cultural fabric, they are the same.
Different in name, but in political violence, they are the same:PM
— narendramodi_in (@narendramodi_in) January 15, 2019
6:33 pm IST
PM Modi on 10% reservation for poorer section
Few days ago, our govt had the historic opportunity to pass a legislation that gives 10% quota to poor people from general category. We believe any India of any caste, creed, community deserve equal opportunity, said PM Modi.
The bill was passed by a historic majority. But do you know 3 MPs opposed it in the Lok Sabha.. do you know which party opposed it truth and nail.. it is the IUML, the second largest partner of the UDF: PM Modi
6:21 pm IST
Congress, Communist support for triple talaq driven by vote-bank police: PM
All Islamic countries have banned it (triple talaq) .. why should India have such a practise but driven by vote-bank politics, the Congress and Communist support it. The people of Kerala should ask to LDF, UDF why are they supporting a practice that does injustice to women: Modi
6:20 pm IST
Left, Congress’ actions opposing us on triple talaq: Modi
The left and the Congress make tall claims about respect to gender justice and social justice but their actions are exactly the opposite . The NDA govt has been working towards abolishing triple talaq.. who is opposing us on this? The Congress and the Communist. Triple talaq is big injustice to women. : Modi
6:19 pm IST
Kerala’s LDF govt conduct will go down in history as one of the most shameful behaviours : Modi
For two months, the entire country has been talking of Sabarimala. The conduct of Kerala’s LDF government on the Sabarimala issue will go down in history as one of the most shameful behaviours by any party and government. We Knew that Communists do not respect Indian culture, history and spirituality but o body imagined, they would have so much hatred: PM Modi.
PM Modi hit out at Congress, saying the party has multiple stands on Sabarimala issue. “They say one thing in Parliament and another in Pathanamthitta (where the Ayyappa shrine is located).”
6:10 pm IST
Kerala has become hostage to corruption, communalism of two alliance: Modi
The NDA govt is working day and night for the people of Kerala but it pains me no ends that the Kerala of spiritual and tranquillity, of harmony and happiness has become hostage to the corruption and communalism of two alliance, LDF and UDF: Modi
6:09 pm IST
India is daring to dream and dreaming to dare: Modi
Four years ago, nobody ever thought the country will have the world’s largest health insurance scheme covering. Ayushaman Bharat is serving more than 50 crore people, which is more than combined population of America, Mexico and Canada... today India is daring to dream and dreaming to dare: Modi
6:08 pm IST
India is home one of the largest start-up hub in the world: Modi
India is home to one of the largest start-up ecosystems in the world, said PM Modi
6:06 pm IST
India is attracting more FDI than China: PM
The country’s perception and performance were increased manifold. Four years ago nobody ever thought India will be fastest growing economy. Now the country is attracting more FDI than China: PM Modi
Ease of doing business our ranks were increased manifold, he said.
6:05 pm IST
4 years ago, the term ease of doing business was missing from dictionary of policy makers: PM Modi
Four years back, did anyone think that India is the fastest growing economy. In fours years, we have made the transition from being one of the fragile foundation to the fastest growing large economy. The term ease of doing business was missing from the dictionary of policy makers. From four years, we have moved from rank 140 to rank 77, one the fastest improvement in the world.
6:00 pm IST
Kolam bypass is focus to ensure next generation infrastructure: Modi
Today Kolam bypass was dedicated to the nation.. this project is part of our focus to ensure next generation infrastructure
5:57 pm IST
Centre stood with Kerala solidly during floods: PM Modi
When the state faced the worst flood the centre stood with the state solidly... We will always do everything for the welfare of Kerala: Modi
5:53 pm IST
Malayali spirit of enterprise, innovation makes life better across the world: Modi
Today, the Malayali spirit of enterprise and innovation, power the economies and makes life the people better not just in India but across the world: Modi
5:52 pm IST
PM Modi begins public rally
I bow to the Great Land of Kerala...Kerala has shown that when people work hard, nothing is possible. There is Shakti and Bhakti here, said Modi.
Shakti and Bhakti blended properly in Kerala which makes the state a role model for others: Modi
5:20 pm IST
Will inaugurate project at Padmanabhaswamy Temple: PM Modi
Toady, I will inaugurate a project at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. I will also seek blessings from Lord Padmanabhaswamy for the welfare of people of Kerala and other parts of the country: PM
5:18 pm IST
Foreign exchange due to tourism went up from 18 bn in 2013 to 27 bn in 2017
PM Modi said India has been ranked at 3rd place in the new Power Ranking in the 2018 report of the World Travel & Tourism Council.
The foreign exchange earned by India due to tourism went up from 18 billion in 2013 to 27 billion in 2017.. jump of 50%. India was among the highest growing tourist destination in 2017: PM Modi
5:17 pm IST
The last men in the queue is my priority: PM Modi
My commitment is for the development of each of my countrymen. The last men in the queue is my priority.
5:15 pm IST
Culture of wasting public money due to cost and over runs can’t continue: PM
Under Bharat Mala, detailed plan for corridor is under preparation. Most of the time public money is wasted due to cost and over runs, we decided this culture cannot continue.
5:14 pm IST
PM Modi lists out important infrastructure projects
PM Modi lists out important infrastructure projects initiated by his government.
5:09 pm IST
Sense the recovery from the floods: Modi
I feel blessed to be visiting God’s own country... I sense the recovery from the floods in the state but we have to work harder to rebuilt Kerala. I congratulate you for the completion of this bypass. Ease of living for people is a commitment of my govt. We believe in “sabka saath, Sabka vikas: PM Modi
I’m happy that with the contribution and cooperation of the state government we have competed the project in effective manner: PM Modi
5:08 pm IST
PM Modi inaugurates Kollam bypass
PM Modi inaugurates the Kollam bypass on National Highway 66.
5:05 pm IST
Kerala CM felicitates PM Modi in Kollam
Kerala: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan felicitates Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kollam. pic.twitter.com/pDnrmOhbvl
— ANI (@ANI) January 15, 2019
4:58 pm IST
CM Pinarayi Vijayan begins address
Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan begins address at the inauguration of Kollam bypass.
4:40 pm IST
Tight security in south Kerala
Security has been tightened in south Kerala in view of Modi’s visit.
4:34 pm IST
PM Modi leaves for Kollam
PM left for Kollam on a chopper after arriving on a special aircraft at the air force southern HQ in Thiruvananthapuram.
4:23 pm IST
PM Modi to address party workers’ rally
After opening the bypass road, he will address a rally of the NDA. Organisers said more than 60,000 party workers have come for the meet.
4:15 pm IST
PM Modi reaches Thiruvananthapuram
PM Modi reached Thiruvananthapuram. Thereafter, he will proceed to Kollam in a chopper to inaugurate Kollam bypass.
2:43 pm IST
All ration cards digitised, 80% linked with Aadhaar: PM Modi
All ration cards have been digitised and around 80 per cent of them have been linked with Aadhaar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday.
“In the last four years, we have cancelled around 6 crore fake ration cards, gas connections and scholarships. We plugged this leakage, saving crores of money,” said Prime Minister Modi while addressing a public meeting in Odisha.
2:26 pm IST
PM meets parents of Doordarshan cameraman Achutyanand Sahu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the parents of Doordarshan cameraman Achutyanand Sahu, in Odisha’s Balangir . Sahu was killed in a naxal attack in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada on 30 October 2018.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the parents of Doordarshan cameraman Achutyanand Sahu, in Odisha's Balangir today. Sahu was killed in a naxal attack in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada on 30 October 2018. pic.twitter.com/BdAeO3a70d
— ANI (@ANI) January 15, 2019
1:19 pm IST
When a region has good connectivity, it positively impacts all sectors: PM
“When a region has good connectivity, it positively impacts all sectors, especially tourism,” PM Modi said.
Odisha has become a tourism hub for all types of tourists and the Centre has been engaged in developing the heritage sites in the state over the last four years.
1:11 pm IST
NDA govt took concrete steps to bring back precious idols from abroad: PM
Claiming that priceless antique pieces and ancient idols were stolen and moved out of the country in the past, PM Modi said the NDA government has taken concrete steps to bring back the precious idols from abroad.
“In the last four years, many such idols have already been brought back,” Modi said.
12:46 pm IST
People opposed celebration of International Yoga Day without understanding that yoga is India’s ancient asset: PM
The prime minister said some people are even opposing celebration of International Yoga Day without understanding that yoga is India’s ancient asset.
Claiming that priceless antique pieces and ancient idols were stolen and moved out of the country in the past, he said the NDA government has taken concrete steps to bring back the precious idols from abroad.
“In the last four years, many such idols have already been brought back,” Modi said.
Before addressing the rally, the prime minister unveiled a slew of projects worth ₹1,550 crore for Odisha.
12:29 pm IST
Past govts ruled like sultanates neglected country’s rich heritage: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday accused the past governments at the Centre of ruling like “sultanates” and neglecting the country’s rich heritage.
“Past governments ruled like Sultanates and neglected our rich heritage. They ignored our glorious civilization and failed to pay attention to their preservation,” Modi said at a BJP rally in this western Odisha town.
12:17 pm IST
Centre striving hard to develop eastern states: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday the Centre is striving hard for the development of eastern India, including Odisha, as he launched projects worth ₹1,550 crore.
“We have either inaugurated or laid the foundation stones of projects worth ₹1,550 crore. They are aimed at improving education, connectivity, culture and tourism,” he said at Bolangir.
“When a region has good connectivity, it positively impacts all sectors, especially tourism,” he added.
11:59 am IST
10% quota will help the economically weaker section of Odisha: PM
“Without even touching the rights given to social backward sections by the Constitution, we brought in 10% quota. This will help the economically weaker section of Odisha,” said PM Modi.
11:57 am IST
This chowkidar will bring to book everyone who looted poor people’s money: PM
“This chowkidar will bring to book everyone who looted poor people’s money. We are working towards, education for children, employment for youth, medicine for elderly and irrigation for farmers,” said PM Modi.
11:50 am IST
‘Oppn is angry because Modi put a stop to corruption’: PM
“Before the BJP’s regime, the middlemen used to loot all the money meant for poor of the state. We have stopped this leakage. We ensured every gets what they deserve. They (Opposition) are angry because Modi he put a stop to corruption,” said PM Modi
11:44 am IST
Odisha govt hasn’t utilised ₹4,000 crore allocated by Centre for welfare for people: PM
“We allocated ₹4,000 crore for the development of this state. But the Odisha govt didn’t spend all the money on the people, which is sent by the Centre,” said PM Modi.
11:41 am IST
With better connectivity, Odisha farmers can now reach the markets across the country: PM
“Through the work done by the BJP to better connectivity in Odisha, the state’s farmers can now reach the markets across the country. This is ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” said PM Modi.
11:38 am IST
BJP govt did 5x development work as compared to the Opposition: PM
“The BJP govt did 5x development work as compared to the Opposition. If the Opposition did as much work as we did, they would have taken 25 years more,” said PM Modi.
11:36 am IST
Oppn not aware of country’s natural resources: PM
“The opposition is not aware of this country’s natural resources. They criticised Sardar Patel’s statue. But, after becoming world’s tallest, the statue generated jobs for the people residing around the statue,” said PM Modi
11:29 am IST
Previous govt paid no heed to Odisha’s heritage, culture: PM
Attacking the opposition, PM Modi said, “Unlike the previos govts, the BJP govt is working towards renovation of many historic building of Odisha. The previous government let dust accumulate on the heritage of the state, they paid no need to Odisha’s heritage, culture,” said PM Modi.
11:28 am IST
Those, who run a sultanate sitting in Delhi, ruined our natural resources: PM
“Those, who run a sultanate sitting in Delhi, ruined our natural resources. Odisha has the heritage of country’s culture and history,” said PM Modi in Odisha’s Balangir.
10:42 am IST
Today, we inaugurated 6 passport centres in the state: PM
Today, we have inaugurated 6 passport centres in Odisha - Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Puri, Kandhamal, Bargarh and Balangir - which will ease the process of getting a passport in the state. People won’t have to travel far anymore to get their passports.
10:35 am IST
BJP govt committed towards development of Odisha: PM
The BJP government is committed towards development of Odisha. In past one month, I have visited the state thrice.
10:32 am IST
PM lays foundation stone, inaugurates development projects in Odisha
PM Shri Narendra Modi laid foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects in Odisha.
PM Modi inaugurated 28.3 acre Multi Modal Logistics (MMLP) Jharsuguda, Balangir-Bicchupalli new rail line., electrification of 813 km of Jharsuguda-Vizinagaram and Sambalpur-Angul lines, doubling of Barpali-Dungaripali and Balangir-Deogaon road line.
WATCH | PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs. 1,550 crore in Odisha
10:21 am IST
PM Modi, Odisha CM scheduled to attend programmes in different areas of state
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik will not attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official programme during his one-day tour to the state Tuesday as he would be busy in state government programmes, said news agency PTI quoting sources.
After attending the official programme, Modi is expected to address a public rally at Patharachepa ground in Bolangir at 11.45 am.
However, Patnaik will not be able to attend such function as he will remain busy at the state government’s “Krushi Odisha” programme.
Patnaik to address the farmers at the meeting.
Both the prime minister and the chief minister are scheduled to attend programmes in different areas of the state at 11 am.
However, sources in the chief minister’s office said, one minister may be deputed to attend the prime minister’s official programme.
9:49 am IST
Balangir-Bichupali railway line to reduce travel time from Bhubaneswar and Puri to major cities
The 15 km Balangir-Bichupali new railway line would connect coastal Odisha with the western parts of the state synchronising development across the state, the statement said.
It will reduce travel time from Bhubaneswar and Puri to major cities like New Delhi and Mumbai. The line would also benefit many small, medium and cottage industries in Odisha and open up opportunities for the mining sector in the state.
9:35 am IST
Ahead of Modi’s visit, Odisha Congress poses five questions to PM
With Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to visit the state for the third time in as many weeks on Tuesday, Odisha PCC has posed five questions to him, ranging from the chit fund scam to unemployment.
Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee president Niranjan Patnaik said, “The PM should tell us why is he protecting the (Odisha) chief minister in the chit fund scam. Why did CBI not act against chit fund scam accused?” He alleged the NDA government at the Centre was shielding the ruling BJD in the state in corruption cases.
9:27 am IST
Odisha CM not to attend PM’s programme in Odisha: PTI
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik will not attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official programme during his one-day tour to the state as he would be busy in state government programmes, official sources said.
The Prime Minister during his visit to Bolangir in Western Odisha is scheduled to launch several projects on Infrastructure development, Connectivity and Ease of Doing Business.
9:07 am IST
PM to inaugurate a new railway line between Balangir and Bichupali during his Odisha visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Tuesday inaugurate a new railway line between Balangir and Bichupali during his Odisha visit.
The new 15-km Balangir-Bichupali railway line would connect coastal Odisha with western Odisha.
