PM Modi launches dev projects of Rs 5,000 cr in Rajasthan

06 Oct 2023 CW Team

In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple key projects worth approximately Rs 5,000 crore during his visit to Jodhpur on Thursday. He described these projects as gifts for the people of Jodhpur and Marwar, including a special announcement related to the Ujjwala Yojana.

During his address, Prime Minister Modi revealed, "Yesterday, the BJP Government decided that beneficiaries of the Ujjwala Yojana will receive gas cylinders for only Rs 600." This announcement was met with enthusiasm, as it is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries.

Prime Minister Modi also commended the advanced and high-tech infrastructure in Rajasthan, citing examples such as the Bikaner-Barmer-Jamnagar expressway corridor and the Delhi-Mumbai expressway. These infrastructure projects reflect the state's commitment to modern development.

As part of his visit, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated a 350-bedded trauma centre and critical care hospital block at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur. He also announced plans to develop seven critical care blocks under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) across the state, emphasizing the government's focus on enhancing healthcare infrastructure and services.

Prime Minister Modi's visit to Jodhpur marked a significant milestone in the development of the region, with these projects contributing to the overall progress and well-being of the people of Rajasthan.

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