Quote"Shri Narendra Modi addresses rally at Kasargod in Kerala"
Quote"I have come here with a message to serve you. We have seen their friendly fights now we want you to place your trust in us: Shri Modi"
Quote"Reason of Kerala decline is the friendly match between UDF and LDF: Shri Modi"
Quote"Congress is like a watermelon. It is green from outside and red from inside and Left carries red flag: Shri Modi"
Quote"There is lots Kerala can give to the world- things like herbal medicines. But sadly, it is exporting its skilled and intelligent youth: Shri Modi"
Quote"Same Kerala known for tourism is now heading towards being nursery of terrorism: Shri Modi"
Quote"Do PM, Kerala CM, Defence Minister have the courage to answer my questions on the killing of fishermen: Shri Modi"
Quote"What did Mr. AK Antony say in Parliament when our soldiers were killed? What you said made people in Pakistan happy: Shri Modi"
Quote"Delhi is more interested in Defence Deals and not Defence Power of the nation that explains the problems we are facing: Shri Modi"
Quote"This is God's Own Country but youth from Kerala are leaving the state. What is forcing them to do so: Shri Modi"

 

A deep concern for the people of Kerala – God’s own country – and the misrule the state has witnessed for several years, was shared by Shri Narendra Modi during his address at Kasargod in Kerala, on the afternoon of 8th April. Citing the ‘friendly match’ between the LDF and UDF parties that had ruined the State of its tremendous growth potential, Shri Modi urged the people to vote for the BJP and take a step ahead in restoring Kerala’s lost glory.

Expressing concern over the ruling government’s lack of foresightedness in tapping the potential of ‘God’s own country’, Shri Modi said that the reason for Kerala’s decline, despite its natural and cultural strength, was the friendly match between the UDF and LDF. He spoke of how these parties took turns to rule the state, make their own policies, while ignoring the doings of the other. This tactic, Shri Modi, said was a clear attempt at fooling the people, reigning over them and ruining the State. “The reason of Kerala’s decline is the friendly match between the UDF and the LDF. They have an unwritten agreement - UDF then LDF then UDF then LDF. Each is silent on the other and these games go on,” said Shri Modi.

The untapped coastal potential that could rightly serve the need of salt for the entire nation, as also its potency to export agricultural produce and herbal medicine, was rightly referred to by Shri Modi, who said that instead of exporting these and encashing the prospects, the State was ‘exporting intelligent minds’ (referring to the youth who had to go to other States in search of jobs). He also shared the concerns of those who worked in foreign lands, and questioned the Indian minister from Kerala (referring to Shri Shashi Tharoor, who is the Indian Minister of State for Human Resource Development) if these concerns of exploitation of the Kerala youth in foreign lands was duly being addressed or not?

The Centre’s insensitiveness in addressing the concerns of farmers, particularly towards the production of areca nut, was also duly raised by Shri Modi who spoke of how Gujarat had taken steps towards empowering these farmers. He also highlighted how Gujarat had adopted an inclusive approach for the development of the fishermen community, and this could be replicated for the betterment of the community in Kerala too.

Shri Modi condemned Kerala CM’s Shri Oommen Chandy’s remarks that Shri Modi’s concern for the fishermen reflected ‘cheap behaviour’, and affirmed that he will continue to show support for the interests of the fishermen community, come what may. Criticizing the lack of concern for the community on the part of the State and Central government, Shri Modi sought answers from the Kerala CM and the Centre, as to in which jail were the Italian marines who killed the fishermen of Kerala lodged.

Shri Modi also condemned the rising terrorist activities in Kerala, and said that instead of exploring the tourism and holistic healthcare prospects and thereby giving a boost to ‘God’s own country’, the State had now emerged as a ‘nursery for terrorism. He strongly disapproved of Defence Minister Shri A K Antony’s statement of terrorists in Pakistani uniform having killed Indian soldiers, and asked him if he was supposed to defend Pakistan or his motherland India, and urged him to take steps for India’s safety.

Shri Modi exposed the Congress’ custom of misleading the people by citing how many of their promises, including their fight against terrorism, got repeated in their Manifestos of 2004 and 2009, which clearly reflected their inconsideration towards the grave concerns of our country. Terming the Manifesto as ‘Dhokha Patra’, Shri Modi questioned the Central government why they did not take the lead to equip the Army with necessary ammunition, despite the fact that the Army Chief had cited acute shortage of the same. “Congress is like a watermelon. It is green from outside and red from inside and the Left carries the red flag,” said Shri Modi.

He also raised many such concerns of the Navy and Air Forces, which had a direct impact on the security of India, and questioned Shri A K Antony as to why the Centre had been inactive towards the safety of every Indian. Delhi is more interested in Defence Deals and not Defence Power of the nation, and this explains the problems we are facing,” said Shri Modi.

Putting forth the BJP’s focus on easing the worries of Kerala, Shri Modi urged the people to vote for BJP and end the misrule of the LDF and the UDF.

Shri Modi thanked the people for turning out in large numbers for the rally and extended Vishu wishes.

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PM to visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on 29th and 30th May
May 28, 2025
QuotePM to participate in Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets purpose and nature nurtures growth
QuotePM to lay the foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts in Alipurduar, West Bengal
QuotePM to inaugurate, lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore in Karakat, Bihar
QuotePM to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects worth around Rs 20,900 crore at Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on 29th and 30th May.

On 29th May, Prime Minister will visit Sikkim where he will participate in the “Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets purpose and nature nurtures growth” programme at around 11 AM. He will also lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects in Sikkim and address the gathering on the occasion.

Later, Prime Minister will visit West Bengal where he will lay the foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts in Alipurduar at around 2:15 PM.

Further, Prime Minister will visit Bihar and inaugurate the new terminal building of Patna Airport at around 5:45 PM.

On 30th May, at around 11 AM, he will inaugurate, lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore in Karakat, Bihar. He will also address a public function.

Thereafter, Prime Minister will visit Uttar Pradesh where he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects worth around Rs 20,900 crore at Kanpur Nagar at around 2:45 PM. He will also address a public function.

PM in Sikkim

Marking 50 glorious years of Statehood, Prime Minister will participate in Sikkim@50: Where Progress meets purpose and nature nurtures growth. The Government of Sikkim has planned a year long series of activities under the theme “Sunaulo, Samriddha and Samarth Sikkim”, celebrating the essence of Sikkim’s cultural richness, tradition, natural splendour and its history.

Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects in Sikkim. Projects include a new 500-bedded District hospital worth over Rs 750 crore in Namchi district; Passenger Ropeway at Sangachoeling, Pelling in Gyalshing District; Statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji at Atal Amrit Udyan at Sangkhola in Gangtok District among others.

Prime Minister will also release the Commemorative coin, souvenir coin and stamp of 50 years of Statehood.

PM in West Bengal

In a significant step towards expanding the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in India, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the CGD project in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts of West Bengal. The project, worth over Rs 1010 crore, aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to more than 2.5 Lakh households, over 100 commercial establishments and industries besides providing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to vehicular traffic by establishing around 19 CNG stations in line with the Minimum Work Program (MWP) targets stipulated by the Government. It will provide convenient, reliable, environment-friendly and cost-effective fuel supply and create employment opportunities in the region.

PM in Bihar

On 29th April, Prime Minister will inaugurate the newly constructed passenger terminal of Patna Airport. The new terminal built at a cost of around Rs 1200 crore can handle 1 crore passengers per year. He will also lay the foundation stone of the new civil enclave of Bihta Airport worth over Rs 1410 crore. The Bihta airport will serve the town which is rapidly emerging as an educational hub near Patna, housing IIT Patna and the proposed NIT Patna campus.

On 30th May, Prime Minister will inaugurate, lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore in Karakat.

Boosting power infrastructure in the region, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project, Stage-II (3x800 MW) in Aurangabad district worth over Rs 29,930 crore, which will aim at ensuring energy security for Bihar and eastern India. It will boost industrial growth, create job opportunities, and provide affordable electricity in the region.

In a major boost to the road infrastructure and connectivity in the region, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for various road projects including the Four-Laning of the Patna–Arrah–Sasaram section of NH-119A, and the Six-Laning of the Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata highway (NH-319B) and Ramnagar–Kacchi Dargah stretch (NH-119D), and construction of a new Ganga bridge between Buxar and Bharauli. These projects will create seamless high-speed corridors in the state along with boosting trade and regional connectivity. He will also inaugurate the four Laning of Patna – Gaya – Dobhi section of NH – 22, worth around Rs 5,520 crore and four Laning of the elevated highway and at grade improvements at Gopalganj Town on NH – 27, among others.

In line with his commitment to improving rail infrastructure across the country, Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation the 3rd Rail Line between Son Nagar – Mohammad Ganj worth over Rs 1330 crore, among others.

PM in Uttar Pradesh

Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects aimed at boosting the region's infrastructure and connectivity. He will inaugurate the Chunniganj Metro Station to Kanpur Central Metro Station section of Kanpur Metro Rail Project worth over Rs 2,120 crore. It will include 14 planned stations with five new underground stations integrating key city landmarks and commercial hubs into the metro network. Additionally, he will also inaugurate road widening and strengthening work of G.T. Road.

In order to boost power generation capacity in the region, multiple projects will be undertaken. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of a 220 kV substation in Sector 28 at Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Gautam Buddh Nagar to meet the growing energy demands of the region. He will also inaugurate 132 kV Substations worth over Rs 320 crore at Ecotech-8 and Ecotech-10 in Greater Noida.

Prime Minister will inaugurate a 660 MW Panki Thermal Power Extension Project in Kanpur worth over Rs 8,300 crore enhancing Uttar Pradesh's energy capacity. He will also inaugurate three 660 MW units of Ghatampur Thermal Power Project worth over Rs 9,330 crore bolstering the power supply significantly.

Prime Minister will also inaugurate Rail over bridges over Panki Power House Railway Crossing and over Panki Dham Crossing on Panki Road at Kalyanpur Panki Mandir in Kanpur. It will support the Panki Thermal Power Extension Project's logistics by facilitating coal and oil transport while also alleviating traffic congestion for the local population.

Prime Minister will inaugurate 40 MLD (Million Liters per Day) Tertiary Treatment Plant at Bingawan in Kanpur worth over Rs 290 crore. It will enable the reuse of treated sewage water, promoting water conservation and sustainable resource management in the region.

In a major boost to road infrastructure in the region, Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for widening and strengthening of Gauria Pali Marg for industrial development in Kanpur Nagar District; and widening and strengthening of road to connect Narwal Mode (AH-1) on Prayagraj Highway to Kanpur Defence Node (4 lane) under Defence Corridor in Kanpur Nagar District which will significantly improve connectivity for the Defence Corridor, enhancing logistics and accessibility.

Prime Minister will also distribute certificates and cheques to the beneficiaries of PM Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojna, National Livelihood Mission and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.