Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a tour from September 13 to 15, spanning Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar. Over this period, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation for development projects worth over ₹71,850 crores. Starting in Mizoram, he inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang new rail line. Additionally, the PM laid the foundation for projects worth thousands of crores in Manipur. PM Modi will also kick off Bhupen Hazarika's 100th birth anniversary celebration in Guwahati and inaugurate the joint Commander Conference-2025 in Kolkata.
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- When PM Modi landed at Imphal Airport, it was pouring heavily. Officials said the weather was not suitable for helicopter travel, hence, they couldn't fly over to Churachandpur by air.
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The rally location was about an hour and a half by road. Despite this, PM Modi chose to travel by road, ensuring his meeting with the people. Braving the heavy rain, he reached Churachandpur to lay the foundation for projects worth thousands of crores.
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- PM Modi assured on Manipur's situation, saying, "I promise you, I am with you. The Government of India stands by you." He mentioned that efforts are being made to restore normalcy in Manipur and announced the construction of 7,000 new homes for the homeless and sanctioned a ₹3,000 crore package with a special allocation of ₹500 crore to aid the displaced.
- Amidst PM Modi's program, Congress continues its protests in Imphal. Demonstrators are gathered outside the Congress building near the Kangla Fort, requiring additional security forces. The police have contained the protesters within the Congress headquarters.
- PM Modi laid the foundation for projects costing ₹7,000 crores. Due to the challenging connectivity near the Manipur border, steps were taken in two phases. First, the expansion of railway lines significantly increased, and secondly, priority was given to connecting roads from cities to villages since 2014.
- Speaking at the Churachandpur development project launch, PM Modi praised Manipur's resilient spirit and acknowledged the people's courage amid heavy rains as a testament to their determination.
- Committed to inclusive, sustainable, and holistic development in Manipur with a backdrop of projects worth more than ₹7,300 crores, initiatives include Manipur's urban roads, drainage, and asset management reforms costing over ₹3,600 crores, five national highway projects budgeted at ₹2,500 crores, Manipur Infotech Development (MIND) project, and working women hostels at nine locations. Furthermore, projects worth ₹1,200 crores in Imphal, including Mantrepukhri's Civil Secretariat, IT SEZ building, new Police Headquarters, and special Ima Markets for women in four districts, were inaugurated.
- PM Modi traveled 65 kilometers by road from Imphal to Churachandpur, where his ground programs are scheduled.
- On PM Modi's Manipur visit, CPI(M) MP John Brittas indicated that opposition parties consistently urged PM to lead a delegation of all parties to Manipur for restoring peace and stability, which they believe had been ignored until now. However, they support this initiative, hoping it builds trust among all groups.
- PM Modi has landed at Imphal Airport and is heading to Churachandpur via road despite changes due to adverse weather conditions. He will return to Imphal for scheduled programs.
- Due to inclement weather, PM Modi will now land directly at Imphal Airport, plan a road trip to Churachandpur, then return to Imphal for the event. Delays are anticipated.
- PM Modi today is set to inaugurate several projects in Imphal worth over ₹1,200 crores, including the Mantrepukhri Civil Secretariat, IT SEZ building, new Police Headquarters, and distinguished Ima Markets for women in four districts with heavy rains prevailing in the city.
- Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi expressed that while PM Modi's visit to Manipur is welcome, it should have come sooner. She critiqued delays in addressing ongoing events resulting in multiple casualties. She highlighted the national tradition of prime ministers visiting affected areas and praised his initiative albeit belatedly.
- In Mizoram, PM Modi declared a historic day for the nation, specifically for people, as Aizawl is now connected to the Indian rail network. Despite inclement weather preventing his visit to Aizawl, he felt the warmth and affection from Langpui Airport, where he spoke.
- During his address in Mizoram, PM Modi highlighted tax burdens faced by ordinary citizens before 2014, with items like toothpaste, soap, and oil taxed up to 27%. He noted today's mere 5% GST applicability.
- PM Modi criticized Congress's governance for imposing hefty taxes on essential health services, making health services costlier and insurance less accessible for families. He emphasized the improved access to health care and insurance now.
- Due to heavy rain, PM Modi couldn't fly by helicopter from Langpui Airport to Aizawl's Lammual Ground. Hence, he launched the railway line and flagged off three trains from the airport.
- Following Mizoram, PM Modi will visit Manipur, laying foundations and inaugurating projects exceeding ₹8,500 crores.
