PM Modi Unveils Rs 72 Bn Projects for Jharkhand
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PM Modi Unveils Rs 72 Bn Projects for Jharkhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled a slew of infrastructure projects worth approximately Rs 72 billion for the state of Jharkhand. The announcement is part of the government's ongoing efforts to boost urban infrastructure and facilitate comprehensive development in the region.

The unveiled projects encompass a range of sectors, including urban development, housing, and transportation. The investment underscores the commitment to enhancing the state's infrastructure and fostering economic growth.

One of the key projects is the Deoghar Urban Development Authority's plan, involving an investment of Rs 46.50 billion, which aims to transform Deoghar into a smart city. The initiative focuses on creating modern urban amenities, improving connectivity, and ensuring sustainable development in the region.

Additionally, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Rs 21.80 billion development project for the Ranchi Municipal Corporation. This initiative aims to enhance the city's infrastructure, including roads, stormwater drainage, and sewage management systems, contributing to overall urban development.

The comprehensive investment in Jharkhand reflects the government's commitment to uplifting the state's urban landscape and ensuring the well-being of its residents. The multifaceted projects align with the broader vision of creating smart cities, improving living standards, and fostering economic prosperity.

Prime Minister Modi's announcement underscores the significance of strategic infrastructure development in driving economic growth, creating job opportunities, and enhancing the overall quality of life. The unveiled projects are poised to play a pivotal role in advancing the urban infrastructure landscape in Jharkhand and catalysing the state's progress on various fronts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled a slew of infrastructure projects worth approximately Rs 72 billion for the state of Jharkhand. The announcement is part of the government's ongoing efforts to boost urban infrastructure and facilitate comprehensive development in the region. The unveiled projects encompass a range of sectors, including urban development, housing, and transportation. The investment underscores the commitment to enhancing the state's infrastructure and fostering economic growth. One of the key projects is the Deoghar Urban Development Authority's plan, involving an investment of Rs 46.50 billion, which aims to transform Deoghar into a smart city. The initiative focuses on creating modern urban amenities, improving connectivity, and ensuring sustainable development in the region. Additionally, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Rs 21.80 billion development project for the Ranchi Municipal Corporation. This initiative aims to enhance the city's infrastructure, including roads, stormwater drainage, and sewage management systems, contributing to overall urban development. The comprehensive investment in Jharkhand reflects the government's commitment to uplifting the state's urban landscape and ensuring the well-being of its residents. The multifaceted projects align with the broader vision of creating smart cities, improving living standards, and fostering economic prosperity. Prime Minister Modi's announcement underscores the significance of strategic infrastructure development in driving economic growth, creating job opportunities, and enhancing the overall quality of life. The unveiled projects are poised to play a pivotal role in advancing the urban infrastructure landscape in Jharkhand and catalysing the state's progress on various fronts.

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