New Delhi — Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects worth over ₹1,22,100 crore in Banswara, Rajasthan. During the event, PM Modi flagged off three new trains. These include the ‘Vande Bharat’ train between Jodhpur and Delhi Cantt, another ‘Vande Bharat’ train between Bikaner and Delhi Cantt, and a 22-coach LHP train between Udaipur and Chandigarh. The Prime Minister also distributed over 15,000 appointment letters.

On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also addressed a large public gathering. He stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party government is focused on development works. PM Modi said that under the leadership of the double-engine government, Rajasthan is continuously reaching new heights. The inauguration and foundation stone laying of development works worth thousands of crores from Banswara today is a significant step towards the progress of the state.

In his address, Prime Minister Modi said, «A major event related to power generation is happening here today. A new chapter of India’s strength in the power sector is being written from the land of Rajasthan… The simultaneous launch of projects worth over ₹90,000 crore shows that the country is progressing at a rapid pace today.»

PM Modi further said, «When you gave me the opportunity to serve in 2014, there were 2.5 crore households in the country without an electricity connection. There were 18,000 villages where even an electricity pole had not been installed… We have taken electricity to every village in the country. We have provided free electricity connections to 2.5 crore households. Wherever the power lines reached, electricity also reached.»

Enhanced Connectivity with Vande Bharat Express and Other Trains

Attacking previous governments, Prime Minister Modi said, «Our government is working to heal the wounds inflicted by the Congress government which looted Rajasthan. During the Congress government, Rajasthan had become a center for paper

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a historic city in Rajasthan, India, often called the «Blue City» for its many blue-painted houses. It was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha and is dominated by the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, one of India’s largest forts, which overlooks the city from a rocky ridge. The city is renowned for its vibrant culture, palaces, and bustling markets that reflect its rich Rajput heritage.

Delhi Cantt

Delhi Cantt, short for Delhi Cantonment, is a large military cantonment area established by the British Indian Army in 1914. It serves as a major base for the Indian Armed Forces and is distinct from the older, historic city of Delhi. The area is known for its wide, tree-lined roads, colonial-era architecture, and significant military installations.

Bikaner

Bikaner is a historic city in northwest India’s Rajasthan state, founded in 1488 by Rao Bika Ji, a Rajput prince. It is renowned for its magnificent Junagarh Fort, an impressive complex built in the 16th century that was never conquered. The city is also famous for its unique havelis (mansions) and as a desert trading post on the ancient caravan routes.

Udaipur

Udaipur, often called the «City of Lakes» or the «Venice of the East,» is a historic city in Rajasthan, India. It was founded in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh II as the new capital of the Mewar kingdom after the fall of Chittorgarh. The city is renowned for its stunning palaces, especially the Lake Palace on Lake Pichola, and its romantic setting amidst the Aravalli Hills.

Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a planned city in northern India that serves as the shared capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana. It is famous for its modernist architecture and urban design, which was primarily master-planned by the renowned Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier in the 1950s after India’s partition. The city is characterized by its organized sectors, green spaces, and iconic structures like the Capitol Complex.

Banswara

Banswara is a city and district in the southernmost part of Rajasthan, India, known as the «City of Hundred Islands» due to the numerous islands on the Mahi River which flows through it. Historically, it was a princely state ruled by the Maharawals of the Sisodia clan, descendants of the Rajputs of Mewar. The region is rich in tribal culture, primarily inhabited by the Bhil community, and features ancient temples, palaces, and natural beauty.

Rajasthan

Rajasthan is a vibrant state in northwestern India, historically known as the «Land of Kings.» It is famed for its majestic forts, opulent palaces, and the vast Thar Desert, which reflect its rich history of Rajput valor and royalty. The region’s culture is a colorful tapestry of folk music, dance, and bustling traditional markets.