‘Time for new beginnings’: PM Modi after launching Rs 5,200 cr projects in Chennai | Top quotes

All about PM Modi’s Chennai visit:

• PM Modi inaugurated the Rs 1,260 crore New Integrated Terminal Building (Phase-1) of the Chennai International Airport. The addition of this facility will increase the passenger serving capacity of the airport from 23 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) to 30 MPPA.

  The new terminal in Chennai airport will greatly help the people of this great city and across Tamil Nadu. The terminal building also has a flavour of the rich culture of Tamil Nadu. pic.twitter.com/rDEy0Apr0b
  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 8, 2023

  The PM was seen having some cordial moments with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin while going around the terminal, holding the CM’s hand while the latter patted him as both smiled.

• PM flagged off the Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express. PM Modi also interacted with school students in the train.

  “The wonderful cities of Chennai and Coimbatore have even better connectivity thanks to the Vande Bharat Express. Flagged off the train and also met young friends on the occasion,” the PM later tweeted.

  The wonderful cities of Chennai and Coimbatore have even better connectivity thanks to the Vande Bharat Express. Flagged off the train and also met young friends on the occasion. pic.twitter.com/srlIf91PlL
  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 8, 2023

• PM Modi expressed happiness over being among the Tamil people. He also participated in celebrations commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna Math.

  “Ramakrishna Math is an institution that I deeply respect. It has played an important role in my life. I am among the Tamil people, for whom I have great affection. l love the Tamil language, Tamil culture and the vibe of Chennai,” PM Modi said.

  Here are glimpses from the programme to mark the 125th anniversary celebrations of Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai and the visit to Vivekananda House. I will always cherish this visit. Highlighted the noble thoughts of Swami Vivekananda and their relevance in today’s era. pic.twitter.com/t0LDyPyZhQ
  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 8, 2023

• During his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India has been witnessing a revolution in terms of infrastructure.

  Elated to launch various development initiatives from Chennai, which will greatly benefit the people of Tamil Nadu.
  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 8, 2023

  “It is the time for new hopes, new aspirations and new beginnings. Some new generation infrastructure projects will begin to serve the people from today. In the past few years, India has been witnessing a revolution in terms of infrastructure. It is driven by Speed and Scale,” PM Modi said in Chennai.

• PM Modi underscored the Centre’s push for Tamil Nadu’s growth and pointed to the allocation of a record Rs 10 lakh crore investment in infrastructure. “This is five times more than that of 2014,” PM Modi said.

  The Prime Minister underlined the speed and scale of work now, be it the national highway development, rail line electrification, and increase in number of airports before 2014 and after the NDA regime assumed power. India has more rural internet users than urban users and the nation is the world’s number one in digital transactions.