Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a crucial visit to Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh on April 11, during which he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹3,880 crore, according to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
Morning in Varanasi: Mega Development Push
The Prime Minister will begin his day in his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, at 11 AM, where he will address a public gathering and inaugurate or lay the foundation stone for a host of infrastructure, education, energy, and cultural projects.
Key Highlights in Varanasi:
- Road Infrastructure:
- New road bridge between Varanasi Ring Road and Sarnath
- Flyovers at Bhikharipur and Manduadih crossings
- Highway underpass at Varanasi International Airport (NH-31)
(Combined worth: ₹980 crore)
- Power Infrastructure:
- Inauguration of 2 x 400 KV and 1 x 220 KV substations in Jaunpur, Chandauli, and Ghazipur
- Foundation stone for 220 KV and 132 KV substations and Varanasi city distribution upgrades
(Total value: ₹1,045 crore + ₹775 crore)
- Police and Security Facilities:
- New transit hostel at Police Line and barracks at PAC Ramnagar
- Foundation stone for administrative buildings and residential facilities for police personnel
- Education and Sports:
- Inauguration of Govt Polytechnic College, Pindra, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Government College
- Launch of 356 rural libraries, 100 Anganwadi centres, and renovation of 77 primary schools
- Foundation stone for Kasturba Gandhi School and new sports infrastructure including a hockey turf and mini-stadium
- Urban & Rural Development:
- Redevelopment of Samne Ghat and Shastri Ghat
- Launch of 130 rural drinking water schemes under Jal Jeevan Mission (₹345 crore)
- Improvement of six municipal wards and beautification of city parks
- MSME and Renewable Energy:
- Foundation stone for MSME Unity Mall, Transport Nagar Scheme at Mohansarai
- 1 MW solar power plant at WTP Bhelupur and 40 community halls in Gram Panchayats
- Welfare Initiatives:
- Distribution of Ayushman Vay Vandana cards to senior citizens (70+)
- Presentation of GI certificates for local products like tabla, thandai, tiranga barfi
- ₹105 crore bonus transfer to milk suppliers associated with Banas Dairy
Afternoon in Madhya Pradesh: Spiritual Connect at Anandpur Dham
In the afternoon, the Prime Minister will travel to Isagarh Tehsil in Ashoknagar District, Madhya Pradesh, where he will:
- At 3:15 PM, perform darshan and pooja at the revered Guru Ji Maharaj Temple
- At 4:15 PM, address a public programme at Anandpur Dham
About Anandpur Dham:
- A spiritual and philanthropic center covering 315 hectares
- Operated by Shri Anandpur Trust, it includes:
- A modern gaushala with over 500 cows
- Agricultural land and operations
- A charitable hospital in Sukhpur village
- Multiple educational institutions
- Satsang centres across the country
This visit underlines PM Modi’s dual focus on development and heritage, with Varanasi showcasing his vision for urban transformation and Anandpur Dham highlighting India’s rich spiritual legacy.