Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates multiple development projects worth around Rs 20,000 crore at Vav-Tharad in Banaskantha district, Gujarat. This event marks a major boost for North Gujarat’s infrastructure, agriculture, and connectivity. The projects include the Rs 1,364 crore Banskantha-Tarali water supply scheme, benefiting over 1.15 lakh rural families across 434 villages. It will provide clean drinking water via pipelines from the Sujalam Sufalam scheme, tackling water scarcity in arid regions. Road upgrades worth Rs 2,500 crore, such as widening NH-27 and NH-168, will improve links between Rajasthan and Gujarat, easing trade and travel.
Power sector initiatives feature a 250 MVA substation at Suigam and a 100 MVA substation at Danta, enhancing electricity supply for farms and homes. Rail connectivity gets a push with the new Vadnagar station and doubling of the Bhildi-Sami line, cutting travel time between major cities. Agriculture thrives with the Rs 400 crore Deesa Dairy expansion, processing 50 lakh litres of milk daily and creating 1,500 jobs. Horticulture parks in Deesa and Palanpur, spanning 134 hectares, will boost mango, pomegranate, and onion exports.
Modi will also lay foundation stones for medical colleges in Banaskantha and Patan, plus hostels for Eklavya Model Residential Schools. These steps align with Gujarat’s vision to become a $500 billion economy by 2027, focusing on water security, jobs, and farmer welfare.
FAQs [Frequently Asked Questions]
1. What is the total value of projects PM Modi will launch?
PM Modi will launch projects worth Rs 20,000 crore, covering water, roads, power, rail, dairy, and education in Banaskantha and nearby areas.
2. How will the water supply scheme benefit locals?
The Rs 1,364 crore scheme supplies clean water to 1.15 lakh families in 434 villages, solving scarcity via pipelines from Sujalam Sufalam.
3. What job opportunities arise from these projects?
Deesa Dairy expansion creates 1,500 direct jobs; infrastructure works boost employment in construction, power, and agriculture for thousands indirectly.
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