On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a series of infrastructure projects worth ₹8300 crores in Tamil Nadu. These included the launch of the impressive Pamban Bridge, improved train services, and enhanced connectivity from Rameshwaram to Chennai. The Pamban Bridge stands as a marvel, being Asia's first vertical lift railway sea bridge. Amidst ongoing discussions around language policies, Prime Minister Modi also made pointed remarks towards Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, regarding the use of Tamil language.
Inauguration of Pamban Bridge
In Rameshwaram, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Pamban Bridge, marking a new era of connectivity. Several road and rail initiatives were also launched, further enhancing Tamil Nadu's infrastructure. After the inaugurations, he offered prayers at the historic Ramnath Swami Temple and extended Ram Navami wishes.
Prime Minister's Remarks Amid Language Debate
In the midst of language debates, Prime Minister Modi addressed concerns by critiquing Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. He noted receiving letters from many Tamil Nadu leaders devoid of Tamil signatures. Modi suggested that if pride in Tamil is so profound, it should be reflected in their signatures. The government is steadfast in promoting Tamil language and culture globally.
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Key Highlights from Prime Minister Modi's Address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked that the holy festival of Ram Navami is upon us, granting the privilege of praying at the Ramnathswamy Temple. Recently, the grand temple in Ayodhya saw divine sunlight bless Ram Lalla. The life of Lord Ram, and the governance lessons from his reign, serve as a cornerstone of nation-building. The opportunity to dedicate ₹8300 crore developmental projects in Tamil Nadu during Ram Navami was indeed significant.
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Over the past decade, India's economy has doubled. Our modern infrastructure, including railways, roads, airports, waterways, ports, electric grids, and gas pipelines, is a significant contributor. The infrastructure budget has been increased by approximately six times over the last ten years.
The ancient town of Rameshwaram, steeped in thousands of years of history, is now linked to the wonders of 21st-century engineering. The Pamban Bridge is India's first vertical lift railway sea bridge, enabling larger ships to sail beneath and facilitating speedier train transit.
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Several mega projects are underway across the country. One of the world's highest rail bridges, the Chenab Bridge, is now complete in Jammu and Kashmir. In Mumbai, the Atal Setu is now ready, marking it as India's longest sea bridge. Assam's Bogibeel Bridge spans the Brahmaputra River, and it is the nation's largest rail-road bridge. These stand as testimonies to India's developmental pace and our engineers' prowess.
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When the India alliance governed Tamil Nadu, the central government tripled the state's funding compared to previous times to prevent economic stagnation. Today, Tamil Nadu stands as the leading state in industrial hubs across the country.
