Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a series of development projects worth approximately ₹27,000 crore in Chhattisgarh. The initiatives include the NMDC Steel Ltd’s greenfield steel plant in Nagarnar, which has been built at a cost of over ₹23,800 crore and is expected to produce high-quality steel.
Vision for a Developed India
PM Modi highlighted his vision of a developed India, emphasizing that true progress is achieved when every part of the country experiences development. The projects inaugurated and initiated during his visit are significant steps towards achieving this vision.
NMDC Steel Ltd’s Steel Plant at Nagarnar
The steel plant in Nagarnar is poised to create numerous employment opportunities, both in the plant itself and in associated ancillary and downstream industries. It is expected to put Bastar on the global steel industry map and contribute to the socio-economic development of the region.
Enhancing Rail Connectivity
During his visit, PM Modi also dedicated a new rail line between Antagarh and Taroki and launched a rail line doubling project between Jagdalpur and Dantewara. These rail projects are set to improve connectivity in tribal areas of Chhattisgarh, benefiting local communities and fostering economic growth.
Road Infrastructure Upgrades
Additionally, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the Boridand-Surajpur rail line doubling project and the redevelopment of Jagdalpur Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. He flagged off the Taroki–Raipur DEMU Train Service, further enhancing transportation options in the region.
Improved Road Connectivity
PM Modi also inaugurated a road upgrading project from ‘Kunkuri to Chhattisgarh-Jharkhand Border section’ of National Highway-43, aimed at improving road connectivity and benefiting the people of the region.
These development projects not only enhance infrastructure but also have significant socio-economic implications for Chhattisgarh. Moreover, they hold political significance as the state is among five that will hold elections by the end of the year, with the BJP aiming to unseat the Congress government in power since 2018.
