"Shri Modi to inaugurate a 1.12 km long over bridge on Gondal-Mandvi Road"
"First-of-its-kind over bridge built in Saurashtra will ease Traffic issues on chaotic Gondal Road"
"The Over Bridge Construction was to complete in 2010 but got delayed due to lack of permission from Railway"
Rajkot: Shri Modi to inaugurate, 1129.81 meter long and 16.50 meters wide ‘Swami Vivekananda’ over bridge on Gondal-Mavdi road. This is a first-of-its-kind triangular flyover in Saurashtra region and is built in order to ease the traffic issues on the chaotic Gondal Road.
The construction of the 58.44 crore bridge initiated in 2008 and was to complete in 2010, but it got delayed for two years due to lack of permissions from Railway. The Bridge is constructed by Rajkot Municipal Corporation.
PM Modi addresses the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure 2025
June 07, 2025
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PM outlines 5 key global priorities to strengthen Disaster Resilience
India established a tsunami warning system benefiting 29 countries: PM
India's recognises the Small Island Developing States as Large Ocean Countries and the need for special attention to their vulnerabilities: PM
Strengthening Early warning systems and coordination is crucial: PM
A global digital repository of learnings and best practices of building back from disasters would be beneficial for entire world: PM
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure 2025 via videoconferencing today. Addressing the gathering, he welcomed the participants to the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure 2025, marking its first-ever hosting in Europe. He expressed gratitude to the President of France, H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron and the Government of France for their support in organizing the event. The Prime Minister also extended his best wishes for the upcoming United Nations Oceans Conference.
Highlighting the theme of the conference, ‘Shaping a Resilient Future for Coastal Regions,’ Shri Modi underscored the vulnerability of coastal regions and islands to natural disasters and climate change. He cited recent disasters, including Cyclone Remal in India and Bangladesh, Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean, Typhoon Yagi in South-east Asia, Hurricane Helene in the United States, Typhoon Usagi in the Philippines, and Cyclone Chido in parts of Africa. Shri Modi emphasized that these disasters have caused significant damage to lives and property, reinforcing the need for resilient infrastructure and proactive disaster management.
Recalling India's past experiences with devastating disasters, including the super-cyclone of 1999 and the tsunami of 2004, the Prime Minister emphasized how India adapted and rebuilt with resilience, constructing cyclone shelters across vulnerable areas and contributing to the establishment of a tsunami warning system benefiting 29 countries.
Underlining the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure’s (CDRI) ongoing work with 25 Small Island Developing States to build resilient homes, hospitals, schools, energy systems, water security measures, and early warning systems, Shri Modi expressed his appreciation for the presence of representatives from the Pacific Indian Ocean, and Caribbean regions, and welcomed the African Union’s participation in the coalition. Drawing attention to key global priorities, the Prime Minister outlined 5 key topics. First, the importance of integrating disaster resilience courses, modules, and skill development programs into higher education to build a skilled workforce equipped to tackle future challenges. Second, he stressed the need for a global digital repository to document best practices and learnings from countries that have faced disasters and rebuilt with resilience. Shri Modi underscored that disaster resilience requires innovative financing and called for the creation of actionable programs to ensure developing nations have access to necessary funds as the third priority. Fourthly, the Prime Minister reaffirmed India's recognition of Small Island Developing States as Large Ocean Countries and emphasized the need for special attention to their vulnerabilities. Mentioning the fifth priority, Shri Modi highlighted the necessity of strengthening early warning systems and coordination, noting their critical role in facilitating timely decision-making and effective last-mile communication. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that discussions at the conference would address these essential aspects.
Prime Minister called for the construction of infrastructure that remains steadfast against time and tide, emphasizing the need for resilience in development. He concluded by urging global efforts to build a strong and disaster-resilient future for the world.
"Shri Modi to inaugurate a 1.12 km long over bridge on Gondal-Mandvi Road"
