PM Narendra Modi inaugurates SAUNI project in Jamnagar, Gujarat

Published By : Admin | August 30, 2016 | 23:59 IST
QuotePM Narendra Modi inaugurates SAUNI project in Jamnagar, Gujarat
QuoteIt has always been my firm belief that water is most important for farmers: PM Modi
QuotePM Modi emphasizes the need for water conservation, highlights Centre’s crop insurance in Saurashtra
QuoteCentre’s Ujjwala Yojana and LED bulb distribution are transforming the quality of life of the people: PM Modi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today unveiled a plaque to launch the Saurashtra Narmada Irrigation (SAUNI) Project at Sanosara in Gujarat.

The Prime Minister visited the AJI-3 dam site, and witnessed the release of water from the gates of the dam.

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Addressing a large gathering on the occasion, the Prime Minister recalled that even as Chief Minister of Gujarat, it had always been his firm belief that water was most important for the farmer. He said that the water table in the State had begun to rise. Check dams have also been built in large numbers, he added.

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The Prime Minister noted how the situation had changed even in Kutch, where even our jawans did not get enough water at one point of time.

The Prime Minister said he still remembered the time when he had first met lawmakers from Saurashtra, and discussed the SAUNI Project. He said this is an initiative that should make every Gujarati proud.

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Shri Narendra Modi also emphasized on the need for water conservation, and spoke about the various initiatives taken by the Union Government for the welfare of the farmers, such as crop insurance.

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The Prime Minister explained how schemes such as Ujjwala for LPG gas connections, and LED bulb distribution are transforming the quality of life of the people. 

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On the occasion of 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Madhya Pradesh on 31st May. He will participate in Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan at around 11:15 AM in Bhopal. He will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects in Bhopal and address a public function.

Prime Minister will participate in Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan. He will also release a commemorative postage stamp and a special coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. The Rs 300 coin will feature a portrait of Ahilyabai Holkar. Prime Minister will also present the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to a woman artist for contribution in tribal, folk, and traditional arts.

Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for ghat construction works worth over Rs 860 crore on the Kshipra River, related to the upcoming Simhastha Mahakumbh 2028 in Ujjain. Various structures like barrage, stop dam, and vented causeway to regulate the water flow of the rivers will also be built.

In a major boost to last mile air connectivity, Prime Minister will inaugurate Datia and Satna airports, opening new opportunities for industry, tourism, education, and healthcare in the Vindhya region.

In line with his commitment to improve travel infrastructure in the cities, Prime Minister will inaugurate passenger services on the Super Priority Corridor of the Yellow Line of Indore Metro. It is expected to reduce traffic and pollution while offering a comfortable commute to passengers.

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