Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of several projects in Tamil Nadu. He is later scheduled to visit Kerala during the day.
Ahead of his one-day visit to Chennai and Kochi, PM Narendra Modi said numerous development works would be launched that would add speed to fulfilling the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
"Tomorrow, 14th February, will be in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Kochi (Kerala). Numerous development works would be launched that would add speed to fulfilling the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The projects will boost 'Ease of Living' for our citizens," PM Modi tweeted.
Tomorrow, 14th February, will be in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Kochi (Kerala). Numerous development works would be launched that would add speed to fulfilling the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The projects will boost ‘Ease of Living’ for our citizens. https://t.co/NZUT66cjrt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2021
In Tamil Nadu, PM Modi inaugurated the Chennai Metro Rail Phase-I extension, completed at a cost of Rs 3,770 crore, and commission passenger services from Washermenpet to Wimco Nagar.
PM Modi in Chennai handed over to the Army the state-of-the-art the Arjun tank, which has been indigenously designed and developed, and manufactured by the Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment, DRDO along with 15 academic institutions, eight labs and several MSMEs.
After Chennai visiti, PM Modi is scheduled to visit Kochi where he will dedicate to the nation the Propylene Derivative Petrochemical Project (PDPP) of BPCL. It will produce acrylates, acrylic acid and oxo-alcohol, which at present are predominantly imported, and is expected to result in saving of about Rs 3,700-4,000 crore per annum in foreign exchange.
PM Modi will dedicate to the nation Ro-Ro vessels at Willingdon Islands, Cochin. The International Waterway Authority of India will deploy two new Roll-on/Roll-off vessels between Bolgatty and Willingdon Island on National Waterway-3.
Follow live updates on PM Modi's visit to Chennai, Kochi here:
03.36 pm: After Chennai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Kochi in Kerala to launched key projects.
02.30 pm: After Chennai visit, PM Modi leaves for Kochi
Caught a fleeting view of an interesting test match in Chennai. pic.twitter.com/3fqWCgywhk
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2021
01.18 pm: Thank you Chennai, PM Modi tweets after Tamil Nadu visit
Thank you Chennai!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2021
Overwhelmed by the affectionate welcome. pic.twitter.com/IKMzIUxNw9
12.55 pm: "One of the two defence corridors is in Tamil Nadu. It has already received an investment commitment of over Rs 8100 cr. Today, I am proud to dedicate to the nation the indigenously designed and manufactured Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A)," PM Modi said.
12.50 pm: "Tamil Nadu is already a leading automobile manufacturing hub of India. Now, I see, Tamil Nadu evolving as the tank manufacturing hub of India," PM Modi said.
12.40 pm: PM Modi paid rich tributes to Pulwama martyrs in Chennai. "No Indian can forget this day. Two years ago, the Pulwama attack happened. We pay homage to all the martyrs we lost in that attack. We are proud of our security forces. Their bravery will continue to inspire generations," PM Modi said.
12.35 pm: "I want to appreciate the farmers of Tamil Nadu for record food grain production and good use of water resources. We have to do whatever we can do to conserve water. Always remember the mantra of 'Per drop, more crop'," PM Modi said.
12.30 pm: "Chennai is full of energy and enthusiasm. It is a city of knowledge and creativity. From here, we begin key infrastructure projects. These projects are symbols of innovation and indigenous development. These projects will help further growth of Tamil Nadu," PM Modi said while addressing a crowd in Chennai.
12. 18 pm: PM Modi inaugurated the fourth Railway line between Chennai Beach and Attipattu. This 22.1 km section, laid at a cost of Rs 293.40 crores, traverses through Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts.
Chennai: PM Modi inaugurates the fourth Railway line between Chennai Beach and Attipattu. This 22.1 km section, laid at a cost of Rs 293.40 crores, traverses through Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts pic.twitter.com/1JFi7xp0uR
— ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2021
12. 15 pm: PM Modi inaugurated the Chennai Metro Rail Phase-I extension, completed at a cost of Rs 3,770 crores. This 9.05 km long extension will link North Chennai with the Airport and Central Railway.
11. 53 am: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami and Deputy Chief Minister Thiru O Panneerselvam facilitate Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami and Deputy Chief Minister Thiru O Panneerselvam facilitate Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium pic.twitter.com/jDzcdRLlaU
— ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2021
11. 49 am: Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to Indian Army Chief General MM Naravane in Chennai.
Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hands over the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to Indian Army Chief General MM Naravane pic.twitter.com/XpYrM2ZLXB
— ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2021
11. 30 am: PM Modi on his way to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's carcade on its way to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the venue for the inauguration of several key projects & handing over of Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to the Army pic.twitter.com/UM1pGkDvQB
— ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2021
11.15 am: AIADMK, BJP workers near Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in Chennai to welcome PM Modi