PM Modi Launches Development Projects Worth ₹14,000 Crore in Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Gujarat on October 30 and 31, 2026, to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for development projects valued at approximately ₹14,000 crore. The visit focuses on strengthening infrastructure, agriculture, and animal husbandry.

Key Highlights of the Visit

• PM-KISAN Disbursement: The Prime Minister released the 24th installment of the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi, transferring over ₹18,000 crore to the bank accounts of nearly 10 crore farmers.
• Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre: PM Modi inaugurated this ₹325 crore facility in Banaskantha. Spanning 127 acres, the center aims to improve cattle breeds through IVF and embryo transfer technologies.
• Infrastructure Development: The Prime Minister laid the foundation for Phase-2A and 2B of the Ahmedabad Metro and announced the expansion of the Ahmedabad-Mehsana highway (State Highway-41) from four to eight lanes at a cost of ₹2,600 crore.
• Agricultural Support: 521 completed projects under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, including cold storage and processing units, were dedicated to the nation.
• Social Welfare: Foundation stones were laid for 4,030 child-friendly Anganwadi centers, while 361 completed centers were inaugurated.

National Unity Day Observance

On October 31, the Prime Minister will participate in the National Unity Day celebrations at Ekta Nagar to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He will offer floral tributes at the Statue of Unity and inaugurate additional development projects worth over ₹400 crore. The event will also feature the opening of 'Bharat Parv 2026,' a cultural festival showcasing India's diversity, running until November 15.

Official Statements

During a public rally in Banaskantha, PM Modi emphasized that his government has protected farmers from rising global fertilizer costs by absorbing a financial burden of ₹16 lakh crore. He also highlighted the distribution of over 26 crore soil health cards to improve farming efficiency. The visit also includes a roadshow and meetings with women dairy farmers to encourage rural economic participation.