PM Modi's Keralam visit: PM Modi inaugurates projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Breaking this pattern is essential for Kerala's rapid development. Therefore, this time, form a BJP-NDA government here. You've given Congress and the Left more than 70 years. Now, give the BJP-NDA the next chance. You'll get a wonderful glimpse of a developed Kerala. You have Modi's guarantee..."

PM Modi flagged off a new train service aimed at improving connectivity and strengthening sustainable transport in the region. During the programme, PM Modi also inaugurated three redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme--Shoranur Junction, Kuttippuram Railway Station and Changanassery Railway Station.

In Ernakulam, PM Modi said "Today, India is becoming a major manufacturing hub. The country is also rapidly progressing in the AI ​​and semiconductor sector."

PM Modi holds a road show in Ernakulam.

PM Modi said "This year's central government budget also includes record funds for infrastructure. Kerala is reaping significant benefits from this infrastructure investment."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated and dedicated to the nation several key development projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala during his visit to the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated at the NDA public rally in Ernakulam, Kerala.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Today, the 50th anniversary of the Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha allows us to remember its great works. You have stepped forward and taken responsibility for every issue related to national consciousness... You have made a significant contribution to promoting social harmony... The entire country closely witnessed your spirit of service during the devastating floods in 1999. When the state was facing an unprecedented crisis, the members of our community took the lead. No one can forget the images of you risking your boats to rescue stranded families... It is because of this spirit that today the entire country remembers with respect the courage, service, and dedication of the fishermen community."

Over 4,500 satellite-based transponders installed in boats to ensure safety of fishermen at sea: PM Modi said in Kerala. “Kochi has been a sacred land for social change in the history of Keralam. It was from here, under the leadership of Pandit Karuppan, that voices for dignity and equality were raised. The Akhil Kerala Dheevara Sabha has kept that spirit alive even today…The community also actively participated in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. In promoting social harmony, the Akhil Kerala Dheevara Sabha has made a very significant contribution,” he said.

Change of name from Kerala to Keralam by Centre a joyful moment for "Malayali" brothers, said PM Modi in Kochi. He appreciated the role of fishing community during 2018 floods in Kerala and said the Dheevara Sabha has worked for fishermen's rights for 50 years.

Addressing Golden Jubilee Sammelan of Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha, PM Modi, said, “For me, the people themselves are like God, and I have come here to receive blessings from you…Today, as I stand among you, a long wait of my Malayali brothers and sisters has been fulfilled. All of you had wished for many years that the name of Kerala be changed to Keralam. Our BJP-NDA government at the Centre has approved this proposal. I can see the happiness on all your faces. This most beautiful state of India has now received the correct name and identity according to Malayali culture. I congratulate all the people of Keralam for this decision.”

Addressing Golden Jubilee Sammelan of Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha, PM Modi said, “Today we are all witnessing a historic occasion. The Akhil Kerala Dheevara Sabha is celebrating its 50th anniversary. For the past 50 years, this organisation has been continuously working to protect the rights of the fishermen community. In this 50-year journey, your hard work has been a part of it. Your spirit of service has been a part of it. On this auspicious occasion, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all the fishermen of Keralam and to the members of the Dheevara Sabha.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his speech at the Golden Jubilee Sammelan of Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha by addressing the gathering in Malayalam.

On PM Narendra Modi's visit to Kerala today, CPI MP P Sandosh says, "It is his duty to visit states like Keralam and Tamil Nadu. What is big in this? He will deliver a long speech and make empty promises. Nothing will happen. " On PM Narendra Modi meeting Union Ministers Hardeep Puri and S Jaishankar over commercial LPG cylinder shortage, he says, " They could have discussed the Epstein files, too, since Hardeep Puri's name is in those files ... I have given a notice under 267 to discuss this issue of LPG. I don't know whether the government will allow it or not..."

On PM Narendra Modi's visit to Kerala, Congress MP Manickam Tagore says, "We all know that the Minister is in an election mode... Before elections, he didn't care about Bengal or Tamil Nadu or Kerala... He is not worried about the real issues that India is facing... The Prime Minister should come to Parliament and discuss issues which are concerning to the country."

He further says, "240 members are in the opposition, and eight of us have been suspended. It's a conspiracy to keep us away... The main issue is that we wanted to expose the one-sided attitude behaviour of Om Birla..."

PM Modi will flag off two Amrit Bharat Express trains, two express trains and a passenger train service, strengthening rail connectivity between Tamil Nadu and other regions, including Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala and eastern India.

Under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana, PM Modi will also inaugurate 89 rural roads spanning 370 km in Tamil Nadu, which will significantly improve connectivity to markets, schools and healthcare facilities in rural areas. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for greenfield bypass near Gangaikonda Cholapuram on NH-81. He will lay the foundation stone for a greenfield bypass near Gangaikonda Cholapuram on NH-81, a release said.

Tamil Nadu: Visuals from the venue where NDA's public rally is being organised today in Tiruchirappalli. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the event. Heavy security deployed. The Prime Minister will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation, lay the foundation stone and flag off multiple development projects worth around Rs 5,650 crore at the rally.

PM Modi in Tamil Nadu would dedicate to the nation the Rs 1,490 crore IOCL Lube Plant with a capacity of 672 Thousand Metric Tonnes Per Annum at Manali in Chennai. The plant will strengthen India's lubricants manufacturing capacity.

In the petroleum sector, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited's City Gas Distribution Network in Nilgiris and Erode districts at an investment of more than Rs 3,680 crore. The project will provide PNG connections to over 8.8 lakh households, supply gas to more than 200 commercial establishments and establish over 201 CNG stations.

BJP Tamil Nadu in-charge Piyush Goyal, who arrived ahead of the prime minister's visit, said the NDA will collectively dethrone the DMK government in the upcoming election and bring in good governance that was once seen during the late Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa's reign. "The NDA will form the government under the leadership of Edappadi K Palaniswami, and it is a strong alliance," he said, speaking to reporters on Tuesday night.

PM Modi will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth about Rs 5,650 crore in Tiruchirappalli on Wednesday. He would later address the NDA rally at around 6.30 pm during his brief visit to the state.

Organisers say around 50,000 party workers are expected to attend the event. Leaders and workers from several NDA partners, including Bharath Dharma Jana Sena and Twenty20, will also take part. After completing the programmes in Kochi, Modi will leave for Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu at around 2.30 pm.

At 12.30 pm, PM Modi will participate in an official programme of the central government where he will inaugurate and dedicate to the nation several key development projects. Around 1 pm, PM Modi will inaugurate the NDA's Kerala election rally at the stadium. The convention will mark the formal launch of the alliance's campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Kerala on Wednesday and take part in a series of programmes, including the inauguration of the BJP-led NDA's election convention. He will land at Cochin International Airport at 11.30 am and then travel to the naval base before heading by road to Marine Drive for his first event--the golden jubilee celebrations of the Dheevara Sabha.