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Upon arrival in Varanasi, the Prime Minister PM Modi was briefed on the reported gang-rape of a young woman and directed authorities to take swift and strict action.
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh – Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi on Friday, April 11, 2025, for a day-long visit marked by major developmental announcements. During his address to a large public gathering, the Prime Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 44 projects collectively valued at over ₹3,880 crore. These initiatives span multiple sectors and aim to further boost infrastructure, connectivity, and public services in the region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, to inaugurate a series of development initiatives aimed at enhancing rural infrastructure and social welfare.
During his visit, the Prime Minister launched several major projects, including 130 drinking water schemes designed to improve access to clean water in rural areas. He also inaugurated 100 new Anganwadi centres to support child nutrition and early education, along with 356 libraries aimed at promoting literacy and learning across the region.
In a significant boost to education, a new polytechnic college in Pindra and a government degree college were also opened, providing expanded opportunities for technical and higher education to local youth.
These initiatives underscore the government’s continued focus on grassroots development and empowering communities through education, health, and infrastructure improvements.
Varanasi is set to witness a major infrastructure boost as the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate a host of development projects valued at over ₹3,880 crore during his upcoming visit. This significant investment underscores the government’s continued focus on enhancing infrastructure and road connectivity in the region.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), a key highlight of the visit will be the inauguration and foundation-laying of several road development initiatives aimed at improving urban mobility and easing traffic congestion across the city.
Among the projects, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for a new road bridge connecting the Varanasi Ring Road to Sarnath, a move expected to improve connectivity to this historic and religiously significant town. In addition, flyovers at Bhikharipur and Manduadih crossings are planned to decongest major city intersections and streamline traffic flow.
Another major infrastructure undertaking includes the construction of a highway underpass and road tunnel on National Highway 31, near the Varanasi International Airport. This project, alone worth over ₹980 crore, will enhance accessibility to the airport and contribute to the overall development of the region’s transport infrastructure.
These initiatives reflect the Prime Minister’s vision of modernizing Varanasi with world-class infrastructure, while simultaneously preserving its cultural heritage. The projects are expected to significantly benefit local residents, ease travel, and further promote tourism in the holy city.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday, April 11, 2025, where he addressed a public gathering and launched a series of development initiatives. The event marked the inauguration and foundation-laying of 44 projects valued at over ₹3,880 crore.
A major focus of the visit was on rural development. The Prime Minister inaugurated 130 drinking water schemes, 100 new Anganwadi centres, 356 libraries, a polytechnic college in Pindra, and a government degree college. These projects aim to enhance educational and health infrastructure in rural and semi-urban areas of the region.
In line with his commitment to improving infrastructure, particularly road connectivity, Mr. Modi also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several road projects. These included a road bridge connecting the Varanasi Ring Road to Sarnath, flyovers at Bhikharipur and Manduadih crossings, and a highway underpass road tunnel on NH-31 near Varanasi International Airport. These road-related projects alone are worth more than ₹980 crore.
Significant upgrades to the power infrastructure were also announced. The Prime Minister inaugurated two 400 KV and one 220 KV transmission substations, along with associated transmission lines across Jaunpur, Chandauli, and Ghazipur districts in the Varanasi division. These are valued at over ₹1,045 crore. Additionally, he laid the foundation stone for a 220 KV substation at Chaukaghat in Varanasi, a 132 KV substation in Ghazipur, and the expansion of the Varanasi city electricity distribution network, with investments totaling ₹775 crore.
For the benefit of security personnel, Mr. Modi inaugurated a Transit Hostel at the Police Line and new barracks at the PAC Ramnagar Campus. He also laid foundation stones for new administrative buildings at various police stations and a residential hostel for police personnel.
Another key highlight of the visit was the inauguration of redevelopment work at the city’s iconic ghats. The revitalization of Samne Ghat and Shastri Ghat along the Ganga River forms part of a broader beautification initiative. Additional works include the enhancement of six municipal wards in Varanasi and the installation of landscaping and sculptures at various sites across the city.
This series of developmental announcements reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to transform Varanasi through investments in infrastructure, public amenities, and urban revitalization.
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