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Modi Checks Bullet Train Progress in Surat

Neha Kumari — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:28:48 +0000

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted a PM Modi Bullet Train Review during his visit to the under-construction bullet train station in Surat on Saturday. He reached Antroli soon after landing at Surat airport and personally inspected the ongoing work at the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor.

The Prime Minister spoke with engineers and project officials on site. He checked construction quality, station design, and progress timelines. His visit added momentum to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, which covers 508 km — 352 km in Gujarat and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and 156 km in Maharashtra. This project remains one of India’s most transformative infrastructure initiatives.

Later today, PM Modi will travel to Dediapada in Narmada district to address a public gathering on the birth anniversary of tribal hero Birsa Munda. The event will focus on tribal empowerment and development.

He will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for new projects worth ₹9,700 crore across the region. These projects aim to improve connectivity, boost local development, and create new economic opportunities for tribal communities.

Before the gathering, the Prime Minister will offer prayers at the Pandori Mata temple in Devmogra village, a significant spiritual site for the local tribal population. The visit reflects his focus on development with cultural respect.

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Ahmedabad Recommended to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

Anil Vanna — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:05:06 +0000

In a historic moment for Indian sports, Ahmedabad has been recommended to host the 24th Commonwealth Games in 2030. The decision, announced during the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board meeting, marks the centenary celebration of the Commonwealth Sport Movement. The recommendation will be reviewed by the General Assembly in November 2025.

The proposal was jointly submitted by the Government of India, the Government of Gujarat, and the Commonwealth Games Association of India. It reflects India’s growing influence in international sports under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel played key roles in strengthening sports infrastructure across the country.

Amit Shah credited the milestone to Modi’s vision of building world-class facilities and nurturing global-level athletes. Bhupendra Patel called it a proud moment for Gujarat and India. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the 2030 Games would showcase India’s unity, inclusivity, and confidence on the world stage.

Commonwealth Games Association President P.T. Usha described the event as “Games for the Future,” emphasising sustainability and innovation. The Games are expected to boost urban development, youth engagement, and international cooperation, reinforcing India’s ambition to become a global sporting hub.

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