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TAMIL NADU – DECADE OF PROGRESS AND BHARATS CIVILISATIONAL CONNECT UNDER PM MODI

Published By : Admin | February 24, 2024 | 16:36 IST

Over the past decade, Tamil Nadu has experienced significant infrastructure development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Several key projects have been completed, contributing to the state's economic growth and modernization. These projects encompass various sectors, including ports, railways, highways, airports, agricultural infrastructure, and higher education. Additionally, PM Modi's visits to cultural centres in Tamil Nadu have underscored the state's rich heritage and historical significance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dedicated to the nation, completed projects and laid the foundation stone for new ones, totalling Rs. 20,140 crores in Tamil Nadu. PM Modi had recently inaugurated the new terminal building at Tiruchirappalli International Airport, developed at over Rs. 1,100 crore, with the capacity to serve more than 44 lakh passengers annually and about 3,500 passengers during peak hours. Additionally, he dedicated to the nation the General Cargo Berth-II (Automobile Export/Import Terminal-II & Capital Dredging Phase-V) of Kamarajar Port in Chennai.

The Prime Minister has laid the foundation stones for petroleum and natural gas projects worth more than Rs. 9,000 crore in the state, aiming to fulfil the region's industrial, domestic, and commercial energy requirements. Furthermore, the state has seen the proposal and planning for the Visakhapatnam-Kurnool high-speed corridor, which is expected to be extended to Bengaluru via Kadapa, providing improved connectivity to the under-developed Rayalaseema region. The introduction of Vande Bharat trains in the state has improved the connectivity.

The farmers of Tamil Nadu have also benefitted through various schemes such as PM Kisan, PM Fasal Bima Yojana and PM Krishi Sinchayi Yojana. An area of 10.98 Lakh hectares has been covered under Micro Irrigation in the State of Tamil Nadu through the PDMC scheme with the release of Central Assistance of Rs. 2,365 crore.

To ensure that the youth are future-ready, programs such as PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana have been effective in the state. Rs. 22.54 crore has been utilized in the last three years to develop skills among the youth . The introduction of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) witnessed the students of Tamil Nadu bagging the top 50 ranks, which provides a level playing field for the students in the states in entrance exams.

PM Modi has visited several temples in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing the state's rich cultural heritage and historical significance. These visits have highlighted the importance of preserving and promoting the state's diverse cultural legacy. Cultural programs such as Kashi Tamil Sangamam helped rejuvenate the cultural connection between Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. PM Modi also had made several visits to various temples across the state:-

Srirangam Temple: PM Modi worshipped at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam in Tiruchi, ahead of the Pran Pratishtha of Sri Ram Lalla at the Ayodhya temple.

Rameswaram Temple: The Prime Minister took a holy dip at the Agnitheertham on the eastern beach of the Ramanathaswamy Temple and performed special pujas at the Swami and Ambal Sannidhis.

Mamallapuram: During the second informal summit between India and China, PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the UNESCO World Heritage site in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu.

Additionally, PM Modi presented the Sengol, a symbol of India's independence, to the Newly constructed Parliament of India during the 75th anniversary of India's independence in 2022

Tamil Nadu has experienced significant infrastructure development under PM Modi, with key projects spanning ports, railways, highways, airports, and agricultural infrastructure. Additionally, the state has seen an increase in the purchase of agricultural goods, underscoring its growing contribution to the farming sector. PM Modi's visits to cultural centres in Tamil Nadu have further emphasized the state's rich cultural heritage and historical significance, contributing to its overall development and recognition.

 

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