Amaravati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday prophesied that Amaravati, the capital of AP, will emerge as a leading city in Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Green Energy, Clean Industry, Education, and Healthcare and assured full support to the state government in rapidly developing the necessary infrastructure to accelerate growth across these sectors.
Modi inaugurated, laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 58,000 crore here.
Addressing a huge public meeting on the occasion, the Prime Minister highlighted that Amaravati will energise the vision of ‘Swarna Andhra’, making it a centre for progress and transformation. “Amaravati is not just a city, it is a force, it is the strength that will transform Andhra Pradesh into a modern state and a power that will transform Andhra Pradesh to an advanced state”, stated Modi in Telugu.
The PM lauded Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s acumen for envisioning future tech on a large scale and implementing it swiftly.
He remarked that under Chandrababu Naidu’s leadership, the new state government has accelerated development efforts. He highlighted that key institutions, including the High Court, Assembly, Secretariat, and Raj Bhavan, are now being prioritised for construction.
Emphasising that over the past 10 years, India has focused extensively on physical, digital, and social infrastructure, Modi highlighted that India is now among the fastest-modernising infrastructure nations in the world, and Andhra Pradesh is benefiting significantly from this progress. He noted that road and rail projects worth thousands of crores of rupees have been allocated to Andhra Pradesh, accelerating its development.
“Andhra Pradesh is witnessing a new era of connectivity, which will enhance district-to-district links and improve connectivity with neighboring states”, he stated, stressing that farmers will find it easier to access larger markets, and industries will benefit from improved logistical efficiency.
He highlighted that over the past 10 years, more than 750 rail flyovers and underpasses have been constructed across AP, stating that over 70 railway stations in AP are being modernized under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, ensuring world-class infrastructure for passengers.
He highlighted that to reduce the financial burden on farmers, the Government of India has spent nearly Rs 12 lakh crore over the past 10 years to provide affordable fertilizers, adding thousands of new and advanced seed varieties have been distributed to farmers, boosting agricultural productivity.
Modi reaffirmed the Centre’s support for the construction of Polavaram project.
He announced a major development in India’s defence sector, stating that a new defence institution has been established. He also mentioned that the foundation stone has been laid for DRDO’s new missile testing range. The Prime Minister emphasized that the Nava Durga Testing Range in Nagayalanka will serve as a force multiplier for India’s defense capabilities, drawing strength from Maa Durga’s divine power.
“India’s strength lies not just in its weaponry but in its unity”, said the Prime Minister, highlighting that the spirit of unity is further reinforced through Ekta Malls, which are being set up in cities across the country.
He announced that Visakhapatnam will soon have its own Ekta Mall, where artisans and craftsmen from across India will have their products showcased under one roof. He noted that these malls will connect people with India’s rich diversity, while boosting the local economy and strengthening the “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat” vision. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Governor A Abdul Nazeer, Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu, P Chandrasekhar, B Srinivasa Varma and deputy CM K Pawan Kalyan were among those were present
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