No shortage of funds for development works, says Gujarat CM
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 12 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday said that no development project would be allowed to remain stalled for want of funds, as he announced a fresh package of Rs 48.26 crore for traffic, road and urban infrastructure in the state capital. Speaking at a programme where development works worth Rs 1,848 crore were inaugurated or launched, Patel said Gujarat's financial management had ensured that funds were available for development. The government is committed to ensuring that no development work is stalled due to lack of funds, he said. The Chief Minister said the Rs 1,848 crore package comprised Rs 798 crore of works undertaken by the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation and Rs 1,050 crore under the Roads and Buildings Department. He urged citizens to communicate local requirements and pending works to the municipal corporation so that necessary projects could be taken up quickly and conveyed to the government. The Centre and state government had consistently pursued development by keeping the common man and the last-mile citizen at the centre, he said. Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Gujarat, he said the state had received development projects worth more than Rs 34,000 crore from Vadodara. The Prime Minister's work mantra was Nagrik Devo Bhava and the trust placed by people in the government over the past 25 years had been repaid through public welfare and development. The government had sought to keep the common citizen, poor and last-mile resident, at the centre of every scheme and project, he noted. Patel stressed that creating welfare schemes is not enough and that their benefits had to reach every eligible beneficiary. Under the saturation approach being pursued under the Prime Minister's guidance, efforts were being made to ensure 100 per cent coverage of eligible beneficiaries, he asserted. He cited Ayushman, housing and Ujjwala schemes and tap water connections among the benefits being delivered to citizens, adding that he government is proactively reaching beneficiaries instead of waiting for them to approach it. He said development processes in Gandhinagar had previously been slow, with even small projects requiring lengthy waits. The situation had changed with development works worth crores now being implemented rapidly in the municipal corporation area, he added. The Chief Minister also referred to GIFT City, saying that while several people had once expressed surprise at the idea, it had now emerged as a global financial hub. Patel said environmental protection had been given importance alongside development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Sustainable development cannot take place at the cost of the environment, he said. He said tree plantation, interlinking of lakes, filling lakes with water and recharge borewells were being undertaken to promote environmental protection and water conservation. Library facilities were also being extended to villages. Wherever there is a library, knowledge grows, and where knowledge grows, the pace of development also increases, he said. The Chief Minister said the new Gandhinagar works would strengthen traffic and urban facilities. He announced Rs 20.76 crore for an underpass at Bhat-Koteshwar Crossing, Rs 12.80 crore for strengthening the Sabarmati bridge from Raksha Shakti Circle towards GIFT City-Shahpur, Rs 7.70 crore for junction and road development from GIFT City towards PDPU and Rs 7 crore for road safety and paver works between Raksha Shakti Circle and GIFT City Circle. He also participated in the flagging off of around 30 new e-buses under the 'PM-eBus Sewa' and travelled in one of them with Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, MLAs, the mayor and municipal office-bearers.
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Nepal floods: Gujarat collects DNA samples of kin of 29 missing people
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 10 (IANS) The Gujarat government has completed DNA sample collection from relatives of 29 of the 30 people from the state, including Non-Resident Gujaratis (NRGs), who remain missing or uncontactable following the August 26 flash floods in Nepal, particularly along the Nepal-Tibet border and Bhote Koshi River corridor. The samples are being processed for DNA profiling to help identify bodies and human remains recovered in the disaster. The process for the remaining missing person is also underway. The Gujarat State Non-Resident Gujaratis Foundation (NRGF), under the NRI Division of the General Administration Department, has been coordinating with the families and authorities in India and abroad to facilitate the DNA collection and identification process. The initiative is being carried out in accordance with guidelines issued by the Central government, under which designated forensic laboratories have been identified for DNA sample collection and profiling of first-degree relatives of missing persons. DNA profiling at laboratories designated for the purpose is being undertaken free of cost, as directed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Six designated laboratories in Gujarat are facilitating the process, with DNA profiling being undertaken in Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Junagadh and Rajkot. The National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Gandhinagar, is coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs on DNA profiling of samples collected in India and their linkage with the identification process in Nepal. A 10-member NFSU forensic team has also been involved in the identification efforts in Nepal. Nepal Police has separately initiated DNA profiling of recovered bodies and human remains following the incident. NRGF has been personally contacting relatives of each missing person and guiding them about the designated laboratories, available facilities and the procedure for DNA sample collection and profiling. It has also been coordinating with NRGs and relatives living abroad to ascertain the action taken by local authorities in their respective countries. In cases involving relatives in New Zealand, the United States, Canada and African countries, NRGF has obtained information about DNA samples collected by authorities in those countries and the status of the identification process. In several cases, samples of relatives living abroad have already been collected through the respective local authorities. The DNA profiling reports are being sent directly by the designated laboratories to Nepalese authorities through the official email addresses and contact numbers notified by the them for the identification exercise. Nepal Police has also requested first-degree relatives of missing people living abroad to undergo DNA profiling at authorised forensic laboratories in their respective countries. The Gujarat Government, through the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), district administrations and NRGF, has been coordinating efforts to trace people from the state and Gujaratis living abroad who were reported missing or remain uncontactable after the floods. A consolidated list of missing and untraceable persons prepared by SEOC and NRGF has also been shared with the Nepal government. So far, 30 people, including NRGs, remain untraceable from the flood-affected areas. Those reported missing or out of contact include people from Ahmedabad, Anand, Banaskantha, Kheda, Gandhinagar, Surat, Valsad, Rajkot and other parts of Gujarat. Several had travelled to Nepal for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through different travel agencies and routes. The scale of the disaster has made conventional identification difficult in cases where bodies or human remains have been severely damaged or recovered in parts. Nepal has therefore begun a large-scale DNA identification exercise, with samples being collected from relatives and compared with DNA obtained from recovered remains. The DNA-based process is expected to help establish the identities of victims from Gujarat and other parts of India, as well as foreign nationals, and provide families with confirmation about the fate of relatives who remain missing.
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Digital Desk | Vadodara, Sep 8 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modis public reception in Vadodara, describing the gathering as evidence of the profound trust and commitment between the Prime Minister and the people. In a post on social media platform X, Shah said: The bond of profound trust and commitment Modi Ji shares with people has grown from strength to strength with the passage of time. HM Shahs remarks came as PM Modi visited Vadodara to inaugurate, dedicate and lay foundation stones for development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore. The programme at Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda drew a large gathering, with PM Modi receiving an enthusiastic welcome from those attending the NaMo 4 Viksit Bharat event. The Prime Ministers visit centred on a major expansion of Gujarats transport and urban infrastructure. The most significant component was the dedication of three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), covering 326 route kilometres and developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. The sections Sanand (North)-Makarpura, New Umbergaon-New Saphale and New Saphale-Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) complete the Dedicated Freight Corridor network across its full length. The completed freight network is intended to provide faster movement of export-import cargo, strengthen links between industrial centres and ports, reduce logistics costs and ease congestion on Mumbais railway network. PM Modi also flagged off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT. A new passenger train between Vadodara and Tanda Road was also flagged off, while the Jobat-Tanda Road railway line, developed as part of the Chhota Udepur-Dhar project, was dedicated to the nation. The line is aimed at connecting remote and tribal areas of Alirajpur with the national rail network. The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stones for three railway projects spanning 329 km and costing more than Rs 9,700 crore. These include the third and fourth lines between Vadodara and Ratlam, gauge conversion of the Miyagam Karjan-Choranda-Malsar section and doubling of the Vishwamitri-Dabhoi section. Three National Highway projects worth around Rs 1,780 crore were also included, along with Gujarat government projects worth around Rs 2,600 crore. In his address, PM Modi linked the infrastructure programme to his broader vision of a Viksit Bharat, while praising residents for a cleanliness campaign undertaken ahead of his visit. He also spoke about manufacturing, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, skills and employment, and urged young Indians to prepare for emerging sectors. The public response to the Vadodara programme had also drawn attention before the Prime Ministers arrival. Free registration for public participation was opened through BookMyShow by the Vadodara Municipal Corporation, with all available seats reportedly booked within an hour and more than 42,000 additional applicants placed on a waiting list. The event used digital M-Tickets and live QR-code verification for entry. After Vadodara, PM Modi travelled to Navsari and Mumbai to inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest 2026, making the day-long Gujarat-Maharashtra visit a combination of major infrastructure announcements in Vadodara and a focus on emerging financial technologies in Mumbai.
PM Modi has launched development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore, highlighting the successful completion of the 2,800-km Dedicated Freight Corridor project. He also discussed reforms under the National Education Policy aimed at enhancing the skills of citizens. During the inauguration of a new BJP office in Navsari, Modi praised the contributions of local people while also taking an indirect swipe at opposition leaders over the spread of misinformation.
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From 2006-14, this freight corridor was just in files...: Modi slams Oppn, hails WDFC in Vadodara
From 2006-14, this freight corridor was just in files...: Modi slams Oppn, hails WDFC in Vadodara
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Digital Desk | Vadodara, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took a swipe at the political opponents while explaining the wider economic benefits of the Dedicated Freight Corridor. He used the phrase naraz fufa ji (literal meaning annoyed uncle) to dismiss an imagined objection that faster freight trains could hurt truck operators. While describing the operation of a double-stack container freight train between JNT Port in Mumbai and Vadodara, PM Modi said one such train could carry cargo equivalent to more than 250 trucks. The annoyed uncle will shout: what will happen to the truck operators? Where will the trucks go? What will happen to those who bought trucks? PM Modi said, referring to the critics as naraz fufa ji. His broader point was that rail freight would not eliminate road transport but would allow large volumes of goods to move rapidly across the country, while trucks could continue to perform other transport functions. The Prime Minister presented the freight corridor as an addition to Indias logistics capacity rather than a replacement for existing modes of transportation. The remarks came as PM Modi dedicated the final key sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor in Vadodara, completing the Dedicated Freight Corridor network. The three sections cover 326 route kilometres and were developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. The completed network is intended to separate freight and passenger traffic, increase cargo capacity and reduce transit times. The Prime Minister used another political formulation in his speech, contrasting what he called misleading claims with his government's presentation of development figures. There are people at every crossroads who can mislead you with jooth ki goonj (echo of lies). But Indias youth move with the sach ki hunkar (call of truth) and they move for the call of truth, he asserted. The remarks were made while discussing Indias expansion in renewable energy and emerging technologies. The country is focusing on solar, wind, hydro and nuclear energy because future industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, data centres and artificial intelligence would require large amounts of reliable electricity, he noted. He said India has developed more than 200 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity and referred to the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, saying 55 lakh families across the country have installed rooftop solar systems, including 11 lakh families in Gujarat. PM Modi linked the growth of renewable energy with employment, saying the expansion had created opportunities in production, installation and servicing and had brought new vendors into the market. He also said India is working to secure supplies of uranium, critical minerals and rare-earth minerals through international agreements, describing the effort as part of preparations for the future of young Indians. The Prime Minister then shifted to skills and artificial intelligence, saying the changing economy required young people to acquire skills alongside formal degrees. He noted that the government is moving towards providing free online coaching for students preparing for competitive examinations, with teaching from what he described as he countrys best teachers. He also said a major government campaign would be launched to prepare young people for artificial intelligence. AI skills would not be limited to the IT sector and could be applied in agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing and robotics, he said. Indias youth must become proficient in AI, he added, noting that young people could use the technology to develop agricultural solutions, healthcare applications, manufacturing improvements and robotics start-ups. The Vadodara programme involved projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore across railways, highways, housing, water supply, urban development and renewable energy. Three WDFC sections were dedicated to the nation, while new rail services were flagged off and foundations laid for additional railway and highway projects.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a fresh swipe at the Congress, referring to the party as Naraaz Fufa during the NaMo for Viksit Bharat event in Vadodara, Gujarat.PM Modi said some people could never be happy with Indias progress while highlighting the development of the Dedicated Freight Corridor and its role in strengthening Indias logistics network.He also spoke about a double-stack freight train carrying cargo equivalent to more than 250 trucks and highlighted the benefits of reducing logistics costs, fuel consumption and pressure on road transport.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed using power and positions for public service. He praised Gujarat BJP workers for their commitment to people's welfare. Modi inaugurated development projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara. He highlighted public participation in Navsari's cleanliness and malnutrition-free initiatives. Such service efforts earn blessings, which are more valuable than votes.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from the crowd at the NaMo for Viksit Bharat event in Vadodara.
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PM Modi also flagged off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT, Mumbai.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday appeared to take a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and his Chhatron Ki Goonj campaign during an event in Vadodara, Gujarat. Without naming Gandhi directly, Modi contrasted what he called the clamour of lies with what he described as the resounding call of truth, in an apparent reference [] The post Not jhooth ki goonj: PM Modi takes apparent dig at Rahul Gandhi in Vadodara appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
'Naraz Fufa ji' now has work, says Modi after inaugurating freight corridor
Vadodara, Sep 08: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday slammed those who question his governments development record, once again calling them as Naraz Fufa (angry uncle). Speaking at the NaMo for Viksit Bharat programme in Gujarats Vadodara, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for Rs 35,000 crore development projects, Modi said the country's work culture has transformed over the last 12 years after the BJP came to power. The projects include a 2,800-kilometre dedicated freight corridor, which Modi called a historic achievement for the 21st century. Taking a swipe at those who would question the utility of the corridor project, Modi said, One Naraz Fufa ji will say: What will the truck drivers do? Naraz Fufa now has work, he said, without naming Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. After 2014, India built 50,000 modern rail coaches but the previous (Congress) regime could not build even 50,000 toilets in 10 years, Modi said. Modi inaugurated three key sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, connecting Jawaharlal Nehru Port in Navi Mumbai with Dadri in Uttar Pradesh, marking completion of the project. Dedicated freight corridors are the lifeline of a fast-developing India. Indias transformation is accelerating because of this modern freight network, Modi said. Earlier, passenger and goods trains had to run on the same tracks, slowing down both passenger travel and freight movement but the Dedicated Freight Corridor has changed this, he said. After 2014, with your blessings, when I reached Delhi, and as soon as we arrived there, we began accelerating this project. Work on the 2,800 km dedicated freight corridors has been completed today, he said. Today, the Eastern and Western Freight Corridors are becoming the main backbone of the country's trade and business, Modi said. The 2,800-km long Dedicated Freight Corridor a testament to how the country's work culture has transformed over the past 12 years, Modi said. The idea for this Dedicated Freight Corridor began in 2004. In 2006, a special company was established to carry out this work, and until 2014, files just kept shuffling from one place to another. Unfortunately, even these files weren't fortunate enough to get a dedicated corridor. The files would get stuck, hang around and wander aimlessly, Modi said. Modi took a swipe at Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' initiative, saying youngsters would stand with the truth and not be misled by what he termed Jhooth ki Goonj (echo of lies). At every nook and corner, you will find people who will try to mislead you through 'Jooth Ki Goonj', but today's youth will stand with the truth, the PM said. 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' is a student-dialogue campaign launched by the Congress, under which programmes are being organised in various cities across the country. Through the campaign, the Opposition party is attempting to corner the ruling BJP on issues such as exam question paper leaks, costly education, irregularities in government recruitment and unemployment. The prime minister said the youth could see how focused the government was on working across sectors, including solar, wind, hydro and nuclear energy. Modi also urged the youth to develop expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The youth of the country have to become experts in AI, and we want our youth to excel in the field, he added. Modi flagged off freight train services from New Sanand, New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT in Navi Mumbai. He also flagged off a passenger train service between Tanda Road and Vadodara.
PM Modi Praises Vadodaras Cleanliness Initiative, Urges Residents to Sustain Efforts
PM Modi commends Vadodaras cleanliness campaign, urging citizens to maintain efforts ahead of upcoming festivals. PM Modi Praises Vadodaras Cleanliness Initiative, Urges Residents to Sustain Efforts
PM Modi lays foundation stone of 35,000 crore development projects in Vadodara
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Truth Will Defeat Jhooth Ki Goonj: PM Modi Targets Rahul Gandhi In Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara would give further momentum to the journey towards a Viksit Bharat
Vadodara to Mumbai in 90 mins: Vaishnaw addresses youth in Vadodara; hails bullet train progress
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India-made bullet train body frame ready, will be on track for testing in 2027: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said that the first body frame of the indigenously built bullet train has been completed and sent for a squeeze test. According to Vaishnaw, the bullet train will be on the tracks for testing by May or June of next year. Once bullet train service resumes, people will be able to reach Mumbai from Vadodara in just an hour and a half. Speaking at the 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat' event, Vaishnaw said that the bullet train will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister after two to four months of testing.
PM Modi gets rousing welcome in Vadodara, to unveil projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received an enthusiastic welcome from the young crowd at the NaMo for Viksit Bharat programme in Vadodara on Tuesday, as thousands of people gathered for an event marking the launch and dedication of major infrastructure projects in Gujarat. PM Modi arrived in Vadodara as part of his visit to Gujarat and Maharashtra, with the Vadodara programme centred on development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore. The Prime Minister is scheduled to lay foundation stones, inaugurate and dedicate several rail, road, urban development and renewable energy projects to the nation. A key highlight of the programme is the dedication of three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), covering 326 route kilometres and developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. The sections are Sanand (North)-Makarpura, New Umbergaon-New Saphale, and New Saphale-Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA). The commissioning of these sections marks the completion of the WDFC across its entire length. The corridor will provide direct freight connectivity to JNPA, facilitating the movement of export-import cargo between industrial centres and the port while helping reduce transit time and logistics costs and easing congestion on Mumbais railway network. PM Modi will also flag off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon, and New JNPT, Mumbai. A new passenger train service between Vadodara and Tanda Road will also be flagged off, benefiting people in Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, and Alirajpur districts. The Prime Minister will dedicate the Jobat-Tanda Road new railway line, developed as part of the Chhota Udepur-Dhar project, connecting remote and tribal areas of Alirajpur with the national rail network. Three railway projects spanning 329 km and costing more than Rs 9,700 crore will also have their foundation stones laid. These include the third and fourth lines between Vadodara and Ratlam, gauge conversion of the Miyagam Karjan-Choranda-Malsar section, and doubling of the Vishwamitri-Dabhoi section. On the road network, foundation stones will be laid for three National Highway projects costing around Rs 1,780 crore. The projects include six-laning of the Kamrej-Chalthan section of NH-48, additional structures including major bridges over the Tapi and Narmada on the Vadodara-Surat section of NH-48, and grade-separated structures at Abhava, Mindhola, and Khajod junctions on NH-53. Six-lane flyovers at Kandari Chokdi and Luvara Patia will also be inaugurated. Projects of the state government worth around Rs 2,600 crore are also part of the programme, including Phase II of the Vadodara Urban Development Authority Ring Road, a 110 MW floating solar project at Kadana Dam, and a new Vadodara Municipal Corporation office. Housing projects under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and a water-supply project covering 11 villages in eastern Vadodara are among the projects to be inaugurated. Ahead of the Prime Ministers visit, public participation for the Vadodara programme was opened through free registration on BookMyShow, with the Vadodara Municipal Corporation managing registrations through the private digital platform. Organisers said all available seats were booked within an hour, while more than 42,000 additional applicants were placed on a waiting list. The event is also using a digital entry system, with registered participants receiving M-Tickets carrying secure live QR codes for verification. Registration, verification, entry, and seating are being managed digitally to facilitate crowd movement at the venue. After Vadodara, PM Modi is scheduled to travel to Mumbai, where he will inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in the evening.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from a large gathering at the 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat' event in Vadodara on Tuesday. The Prime Minister is on a visit to Gujarat, during...
PM Modi to interact with Gen Z & kick off 35K crore project in Vadodara
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PM Modi's Vadodara event fills up in an hour on BookMyShow, 42K on waitlist
During the 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat', PM Modi is scheduled to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for several development projects worth more than 35,000 crore
PM Modi to inaugurate several development projects in Gujarat, Maharashtra today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat and Maharashtra on Tuesday and launch various development projects in both the states. At around noon, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stones, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. At around 5:45 p.m., the Prime Minister will inaugurate Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai and address the gathering as well. In Vadodara, the Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation three important sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), covering 326 route kilometres and developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore. These include the New Sanand (N)- New Makarpura, New Umbergaon-New Saphale and New Saphale- New JNPT sections. The officials said that the direct connectivity of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) will facilitate faster movement of EXIM cargo, strengthen connectivity between industrial centres and ports, reduce logistics costs and help decongest Mumbai's railway network. With the commissioning of these sections, the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) network will stand fully operational across its entire length. The dedicated freight infrastructure will further strengthen the country's logistics ecosystem by improving multimodal connectivity, reducing transit time and facilitating seamless movement of cargo across different regions, the officials said. The Prime Minister will also flag off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT, Mumbai. In addition, he will flag off a new passenger train service between Tanda Road and Vadodara (Pratapnagar). PM Modi will dedicate to the nation the JobatTanda Road new rail line, developed as part of the Chhota UdepurDhar project. The new rail line will connect remote and tribal areas of Alirajpur with the national rail network. He will also lay the foundation stone for three railway projects spanning 329 kilometres and costing more than Rs 9,700 crore. These include the Vadodara-Ratlam third and fourth lines, Miyagam Karjan-ChorandaMalsar gauge conversion and the Vishwamitri-Dabhoi doubling project. The projects will enhance passenger and freight capacity, ease congestion and strengthen connectivity between Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, officials said. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for three National Highway projects costing around Rs 1,780 crore. These include six-laning of the Kamrej-Chalthan section of NH-48; construction of additional structures, including major bridges over the Tapi and Narmada, on the Vadodara-Surat section of NH-48; and grade-separated structures at Abhava, Mindhola and Khajod junctions on NH-53. He will also lay the foundation stone for and inaugurate various Government of Gujarat projects worth around Rs 2,600 crore. Major projects for which the foundation stone will be laid include Vadodara Urban Development Authority Ring Road Phase II and a 110 MW floating solar project at Kadana Dam, construction of the new office of Vadodara Municipal Corporation, among others. Projects to be inaugurated include housing projects under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and a water-supply project for 11 villages in eastern Vadodara, among others. In Mumbai, the Prime Minister will inaugurate Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, one of the world's largest and most influential annual fintech conferences. The seventh edition of the Global Fintech Fest is being held from Tuesday (September 8) to Friday (September 11). Since 2020, GFF has emerged as an international thought leadership platform bringing together policymakers, regulators, central banks, financial institutions, fintechs, technology companies, investors, academia and other global stakeholders to deliberate on shaping the future of finance. The theme of GFF 2026 is 'Potential to Impact: Agentic AI, Tokenisation, Quantum - Trusted, Connected, Global Systems for Inclusive Finance'. Officials said that the GFF 2026 has been designed as a convergence point for policy, regulation, technology, capital and industry on a common platform. It seeks to build on India's leadership in digital payments and financial inclusion and move from potential to impact. The discussions will focus on how Agentic AI, programmable finance, quantum technologies and other critical and emerging technologies can create trusted, inclusive and measurable outcomes for citizens, enterprises and economies globally, officials said.
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Digital Desk | Vadodara, Sep 7 (IANS) A day ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gujarat's Vadodara, the city witnessed a 'Namo for Viksit Bharat @ Vadodara' padayatra on Monday evening, with citizens, civic officials, youth and National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets taking part in a programme organised to mark his visit. The padayatra, led by Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, began at the Faculty of Technology in Dandia Bazaar and passed through Kirti Stambh before concluding at Sursagar Lake, where a cultural programme was held. The event comes ahead of PM Modi's scheduled visit to Vadodara on Tuesday, when he is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for development projects worth more than Rs 35,000 crore. The Prime Minister's programme has also seen a digital registration system introduced for public participation, with all available seats booked within an hour and more than 42,000 people subsequently placed on a waiting list. Speaking during the padayatra, Deputy CM Sanghavi said the response from Vadodara residents had been strong, noting that demand for participation was three times the available capacity. For the first time, online ticketing was introduced, and all seats were booked within an hour. To accommodate the large number of people, the administration has also set up special 'Fan Zones' so that everyone can watch the programme comfortably, he added. The Deputy Chief Minister thanked residents for their participation and said their support had helped take forward the resolve associated with the 'Viksit Bharat' campaign. The padayatra was attended by Legislative Assembly Chief Whip Balakrishna Shukla; Minister of State Manisha Vakil; Vadodara MP Hemang Joshi; Vadodara Municipal Corporation Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu and senior officials, besides youth, NCC cadets and other prominent citizens. The evening programme at Sursagar Lake followed a cycle rally organised on Sunday as part of the events ahead of the Prime Minister's visit. Singer Kailash Kher performed at the cultural programme. During the gathering, 'Swachhata Doots' who have made notable contributions to cleanliness efforts in Vadodara were also felicitated. PM Modi's Vadodara programme on Tuesday is centred on major rail, road and infrastructure projects. He is scheduled to dedicate three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor spanning 326 km and valued at more than Rs 20,700 crore. He will also inaugurate or lay the foundation stones for railway and highway projects, along with state government projects estimated at around Rs 2,600 crore. The public programme, titled 'NaMo for Viksit Bharat', is scheduled to be held at the Maharaja Sayajirao University Pavilion in Vadodara on September 8.
PM Modi's Vadodara event sells out on BookMyShow in an hour, 42,000 waitlisted
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate several development projects in Vadodara on Tuesday. He will dedicate three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor to the nation. Foundation stones will be laid for new railway and highway projects in the region. After the Vadodara program, Modi travels to Mumbai for the Global Fintech Fest. This conference will discuss future trends shaping the global financial landscape.
PM Modi's Vadodara Event Sold Out In 60 Mins On BookMyShow With 42,000 On Waitlist
VMC's digital-first registration drive fills available seats quickly, with more than 42,000 people placed on the waiting list for the Prime Minister's Vadodara programme.
PM Modis Upcoming Visit to Vadodara: Major Development Projects to be Launched
PM Modis visit to Vadodara on September 8 will inaugurate development projects worth 35,000 crores, enhancing public services and infrastructure. PM Modis Upcoming Visit to Vadodara: Major Development Projects to be Launched
Gujarat HC grants jailed AAP MLA seven-day temporary bail to attend Assembly session
Ahmedabad, Sep 7 (IANS) The Gujarat High Court on Monday granted seven-day temporary bail to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Chaitar Vasava to allow him to attend the Monsoon session of the Legislative Assembly, scheduled to be held from September 9 to 11. Vasava, the legislator from Dediapada (ST) constituency, is currently lodged in Vadodara Central Jail after a Rajpipla sessions court in June sentenced him, his wife Shakuntala and seven others to seven years' rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 25,000 each in a 2023 case involving the assault of forest officials and alleged extortion. The temporary bail will run for seven days from the time of Vasava's release. The High Court has imposed conditions, including that he remain within Gandhinagar and not address the public or the media during the bail period. He is expected to return to jail after the temporary bail expires. Gujarat AAP President Isudan Gadhvi said Vasava had been granted temporary bail in view of the Assembly session. My MLA, respected Chaitar Vasava, is in jail while the Assembly session is being held. In view of this, the High Court has granted Chaitarbhai seven days of temporary bail subject to certain conditions, he added. Gadhvi said that Vasava would remain in Gandhinagar and would have to comply with the restrictions, including the prohibition on speaking to the media. The prosecution case relates to an incident on October 30, 2023, when forest officials allegedly removed crops cultivated on government land near Bogaj village in Dediapada. According to the prosecution, the officials were subsequently called to Vasava's residence, where he allegedly threatened them, slapped one official and fired a pistol into the air. His wife was accused of extorting Rs 60,000 from the officials. The charges included rioting, assault on a public servant, extortion and offences under the Arms Act. Vasava's lawyers have disputed the firearm allegation, saying that no weapon or ballistic report was produced in the case. The High Court had on August 24 rejected Vasava's plea for regular bail and suspension of his sentence. While doing so, the court said that, as an elected representative, he should have guided people towards legal remedies and said that releasing a convicted legislator could convey the impression that people in positions of power were above the law. Shakuntala Vasava and four other co-convicts, who were treated as secondary accused, were granted bail in July. Vasava has not been yet formally disqualified as an MLA. The state government told the court that the invitation to Vasava to attend the Assembly session had been issued in accordance with the rules of the Legislature.
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During his Vadodara visit, Modi will dedicate three key sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) to the nation. The sections cover 326 route kilometres and have been developed at a cost of more than Rs 20,700 crore
Over 42,000 Join Waiting List for PM Modis Vadodara Event as Seats Fill in Just One Hour
PM Modis upcoming event in Vadodara sees overwhelming interest, with all seats booked within an hour and over 42,000 on the waiting list. Over 42,000 Join Waiting List for PM Modis Vadodara Event as Seats Fill in Just One Hour
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PM Modi will first visit Vadodara where he will lay the foundation stone, and inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects.
PM Modi's Vadodara event draws huge public response, 42,000 on waiting list
Vadodara, Sep 7 (IANS) More than 42,000 people have been placed on a waiting list for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public programme in Vadodara after all available seats were booked within an hour of free registration opening on BookMyShow, highlighting strong public interest ahead of the event scheduled for Tuesday. The registration drive, being conducted by the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC), marks the first time a private digital platform has been used to manage public participation in a Prime Minister's programme. Registration was subsequently closed after available seats were exhausted, while the waiting list continued to grow. The event will operate on a fully digital entry and venue-management system. Registered participants will receive an M-Ticket through their BookMyShow accounts, featuring a secure live QR code for entry verification. The entire process, from registration and verification to venue access and seat allocation, is being managed digitally to facilitate faster verification and smoother crowd movement. PM Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat and Maharashtra on September 8. In Vadodara, he will lay foundation stones, inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore and address a public gathering. A key highlight of the programme will be the dedication of three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), spanning 326 route km and built at a cost exceeding Rs 20,700 crore. With these sections becoming operational, the WDFC network will be fully commissioned along its entire length, improving freight connectivity, reducing logistics costs and easing pressure on Mumbai's rail network. PM Modi will also flag off freight train services from New Sanand (North), New Makarpura, New Umbergaon and New JNPT in Mumbai, besides inaugurating a new train service between Vadodara and Tanda Road. The programme will further include railway, highway and state government projects worth thousands of crores. After the Vadodara event, the Prime Minister will travel to Mumbai to inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest 2026.
PM Modi to launch Rs 35,000 crore projects in Vadodara tomorrow
PM Modi to launch Rs 35,000 crore projects in Vadodara tomorrow Vadodara: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Tuesday inaugurate and dedicate infrastructure projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara, highlighted by the commissioning of the final key sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), completing the freight network along its entire route. [] The post PM Modi to launch Rs 35,000 crore projects in Vadodara tomorrow appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
First-of-its-kind registration initiative for PMs Vadodara event; seats fill within hour
Prime Minister Modi's Vadodara program registration filled within an hour online. He will inaugurate and dedicate several significant development projects. These include sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor and new train services. Foundation stones will also be laid for railway and national highway projects. After Vadodara, the Prime Minister travels to Mumbai for the Global Fintech Fest.
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