PM Modi’s Multi-Pronged Agenda: Development, Heritage, and Defense Display
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s itinerary on Tuesday encompasses a diverse range of engagements, highlighting key areas of development, heritage preservation, and defense capabilities. Here’s a breakdown of the significant events ( Bharat Shakti).
1. Development Projects in Ahmedabad:
– Bharat Shakti PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple developmental projects worth over Rs. 1,06,000 crores.
– Railway infrastructure, connectivity, and petrochemical industries will receive a significant boost through projects such as DFC’s Operation Control Centre, railway workshops, and dedicated freight corridor sections.
2. Heritage Preservation in Sabarmati Ashram:
– Bharat Shakti : The Prime Minister will unveil the renovated Kochrab Ashram, the first ashram built by Mahatma Gandhi upon his return to India in 1915.
– Launching the Master Plan for the Gandhi Ashram Memorial aims to enhance the infrastructure and visitor experience at the Sabarmati Ashram.
3. Defense Showcase in Pokhran:
– PM Modi will witness ‘Bharat Shakti,’ a coordinated exhibition of indigenous defense capabilities in Pokhran, Rajasthan.
– The Tri-Services Live Fire and Manoeuvre Exercise will demonstrate India’s prowess in countering threats across land, air, sea, cyber, and space domains ( Bharat Shakti ).
– Indigenous weapon systems and platforms, including T-90 (IM) Tanks, Dhanush and Sarang Gun Systems, Akash Weapons System, Logistics Drones, and Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), will be showcased.
4. In Ahmedabad: Boosting Infrastructure and Connectivity
In Ahmedabad, PM Modi laid the foundation stone for numerous developmental projects, collectively valued at over Rs. 1,06,000 crores. These projects encompassed railway infrastructure, connectivity enhancements, and advancements in the petrochemicals industry. Notable highlights included the launch of railway workshops, loco sheds, and pit lines/coaching depots. Additionally, he inaugurated two new sections of the Dedicated Freight Corridor and the Operation Control Center (OCC) for the Western DFC in Ahmedabad. Furthermore, PM Modi introduced ten new Vande Bharat trains on various routes, aiming to bolster connectivity across different regions.
5. At Sabarmati Ashram: Honoring Gandhian Legacy
PM Modi visited Sabarmati Ashram, where he unveiled the renovated Kochrab Ashram, the first ashram established by Mahatma Gandhi upon his return to India from South Africa in 1915. Additionally, he launched the Master Plan for the Gandhi Ashram Memorial, symbolizing the preservation and promotion of Gandhiji’s legacy. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel accompanied PM Modi during the “Ashram Bhoomi Vandana” event, aimed at enhancing the infrastructure and services surrounding Sabarmati Ashram.
6. In Pokhran: Witnessing ‘Bharat Shakti’ Military Exercise
Later in the day, PM Modi traveled to Pokhran, Rajasthan, to witness ‘Bharat Shakti,’ a coordinated exhibition of indigenous defense capabilities. This Tri-Services Live Fire and Manoeuvre Exercise showcased a spectrum of indigenous weapon systems and platforms, highlighting India’s prowess in defense technologies. Emphasizing the Aatmanirbharata program, the exercise simulated realistic, integrated operations across various domains, demonstrating the Indian Armed Forces’ capabilities in countering threats on land, air, sea, cyber, and space. Key equipment and weapons systems featured in the exercise included T-90 (IM) Tanks, Dhanush and Sarang Gun Systems, Akash Weapons System, Logistics Drones, Robotic Mules, Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), and various unmanned aerial vehicles, underscoring India’s advancements in ground warfare and aerial surveillance capabilities.
The day’s agenda underscores the government’s focus on comprehensive development, heritage preservation, and strengthening national defense capabilities. PM Modi’s engagements reflect a holistic approach towards nation-building, encompassing economic progress, cultural heritage, and security imperatives.