Team News Riveting
Bhopal, September 14
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India was rapidly moving towards the objective of joining the top three economies in the world and Madhya Pradesh would play a significant role in achieving the goal.
“We have ambitious plans for Madhya Pradesh for the coming five years and it will touch new heights of development,” the Prime Minister said after performing the ground-breaking ceremonies for industrial projects worth nearly Rs 51,000 crore at Bina. “These projects will transform the destiny of Bundelkhand and Madhya Pradesh,” he added.
The Prime Minister said Industrial development in Madhya Pradesh would receive a new boost. The central government will invest more than Rs 50,000 crore in new projects in Madhya Pradesh. The projects will ensure that dreams of the poor and the middle class are realized. He expressed thanks to people for being part of this ceremony.
Besides a petrochemical complex with an investment of Rs 49,000 crore at the Bina Refinery complex, 10 new industrial projects costing Rs 1,800 crore would come up at various locations in Madhya Pradesh. It included a renewable energy zone in Narmadapuram, two IT parks in Indore, a mega industrial park in Ratlam, and new industrial centers in six cities – Shajapur, Guna, Mandsaur, Agar-Malwa, Narmadapuram, and Maksi.
Earlier, Prime Minister along with Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Member of Parliament V D Sharma greeted the people from an open jeep before reaching the stage. They also took part in an exhibition showcasing the construction of the petrochemical complex at the event venue. Chief Minister Shri Chouhan presented Prime Minister Shri Modi with a bouquet and a replica of the Sanchi Stupa.
The Prime Minister said that the success of the G-20 has elevated India’s status globally, with the name of G-20 now echoing in the voices of children in every village. He credited the success of G-20 not to people of the country, emphasizing it as a result of India’s collective strength. The successful organization of G-20 meetings in Bhopal, Indore, and Khajuraho also played a crucial role, with Madhya Pradesh’s significant contribution, for which he commended Shivraj’s team.
He highlighted the importance of India becoming self-reliant during the Amrit Kaal of Independence. He noted that inaugurating a petrochemical unit in this sector will assist India in achieving self-reliance, reducing its dependence on other countries for diesel, petrol, and petrochemical materials. These projects will lead to regional development, the emergence of new industries, and employment opportunities for farmers, small entrepreneurs, and a large number of young people.
Modi emphasized that India is emerging as a global leader, capable of uniting the world, and this ability is rooted in its ancient culture that has connected the country for thousands of years. He acknowledged the contributions of various historical figures and stressed the need to protect this heritage against forces attempting to undermine it.
The Prime Minister assured that serving the people is the government’s guarantee. He listed various initiatives like providing homes, toilets, free medical treatment, bank account facility for all, gas connections, and reduced gas cylinder prices on Raksha Bandhan. He announced that sisters would receive free gas connections.
