Prime Minister Modi's Upcoming Two-Day Visit to Gujarat
Overview of the Visit
New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day trip to Gujarat on October 30 and 31. During this visit, he will inaugurate, launch, and lay the foundation for development projects exceeding 14,000 crore rupees in Banaskantha and Ekta Nagar. Additionally, he will release the 24th installment of the PM-Kisan scheme, amounting to approximately 19,000 crore rupees, and flag off two new railway services.
Details of the Gujarat Tour
The tour will commence on October 30 from Banaskantha. At around 9:30 AM, he will visit the ET-IVF laboratory and the Indian Bovine Breeding and Research Center. Following this, at approximately 10:30 AM, he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various development projects, dedicating them to the nation.
Focus on Agriculture and Livestock
In Banaskantha, the Prime Minister will dedicate the Indian Bovine Breeding and Research Center (BBBRC) to the nation. Spanning 127 acres, this center aims to enhance livestock breeding, improve genetic quality, and promote modern reproductive technologies. It will be the first facility of its kind in the country specifically for Kankrej cattle.
Infrastructure Developments
Additionally, the foundation stones for two bio-CNG plants in Tharad and Radhanpur will be laid. These plants will have the capacity to process 75 metric tons and 100 metric tons of cow dung daily, respectively.
Education and Child Welfare Initiatives
During his visit, the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation for 4,030 new child-friendly Anganwadi centers and inaugurate 361 centers that are ready. This initiative, costing around 800 crore rupees, is expected to benefit over four lakh individuals.
Railway Services and Cultural Events
The new railway services include the Ahmedabad (Sabarwati)-Varanasi Express and the Mehsana-Bahucharaji-Sabarwati MEMU service.
On the evening of October 30, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the India Festival 2026 in Ekta Nagar and participate in the Narmada Aarti.
Celebrating National Unity
On October 31, the Prime Minister will pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity and participate in the National Unity Day celebrations. This event will feature a parade by security forces, cultural performances, and displays from various states, emphasizing the theme of 'Vande Mataram'.