Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Kolkata on March 14, 2026, to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for development projects worth around Rs.18,680 crore. The event at 2 PM highlights the Centre’s push for infrastructure in West Bengal, focusing on roads, railways, ports, and shipping. These initiatives aim to boost connectivity and economic growth in eastern India.
Key projects include over 420 km of national highways valued at Rs.16,990 crore, enhancing road networks. PM Modi will inaugurate six redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, modernizing travel hubs. At Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, he will launch Khidderpore Docks rejuvenation, Berth No. 5 mechanization, Bascule Bridge renovation, and riverfront protections. A new river cruise terminal near Indenture Memorial promotes tourism.
This visit underscores Modi’s frequent Bengal engagements, following similar events in 2025. Projects like Kona Expressway and port upgrades will create jobs and ease logistics. West Bengal, with 10 crore people, benefits from Rs.2 lakh crore in central schemes since 2014. The PM’s push aligns with Viksit Bharat goals by 2047.
Kolkata’s transformation reflects balanced regional development. Expect improved trade via ports handling 50 million tonnes yearly and faster commutes. This boosts investor confidence amid Bengal’s 7% GDP growth target.
FAQs [Frequently Asked Questions]
1. What is the total value of projects launched?
PM Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for initiatives worth Rs.18,680 crore, covering roads, railways, ports, and tourism in Kolkata on March 14, 2026.
2. Which sectors do the projects cover?
They span road infrastructure (420+ km highways), railways (six Amrit Bharat stations), port upgrades at Syama Prasad Mookerjee, and river cruise terminal for tourism.
3. Why is this visit significant for West Bengal?
It strengthens connectivity, creates jobs, and supports economic growth in eastern India, with Kolkata key to India’s third-largest economy ambitions.
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