India News: Major Developments as PM Modi Visits Pune, Maharashtra
PM Modi's Visit to Pune
In the latest India news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Pune on September 26, during which he will inaugurate, dedicate, and lay foundation stones for a series of projects totaling Rs. 22,600 crore, which include the inauguration of the Solapur Airport.
Pune Metro Developments
From the Pune District Court Metro Station, he will flag off the metro train scheduled to run from District Court to Swargate. The completion of the Pune Metro Rail Project (Phase-1) marks a major milestone.
- Project Cost: Rs 1,810 crore for the underground section.
- Upcoming Extensions: Foundation stone for the Swargate-Katraj Extension, costing around Rs 2,950 crore.
Economic Boost and Connectivity Enhancements
Modi will also lay the foundation stone for a memorial for Krantijyoti Savitribai Phule’s First Girls’ School at Bhidewada and inaugurate the Solapur Airport, greatly improving local accessibility.
- Industrial Development: Modi will dedicate the Bidkin Industrial Area, a 7,855-acre transformative project.
- High-Performance Computing System: An investment of Rs. 850 crore for weather and climate research will mark a significant leap in India’s computational capabilities.
These strategic initiatives are part of a broader goal to enhance Maharashtra's infrastructure and facilitate better services for its citizens and businesses.
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