Sunday marked a new chapter for Puducherry as PM Narendra Modi unveiled over ₹2,700 crore in development works, targeting infrastructure fortification, service expansion, industrial rise, superior education and health, and sustainable development.
The Prime Minister hailed Puducherry as the cradle of enlightened saints, poets like Bharati, and revolutionaries, plus Sri Aurobindo and The Mother’s universal spiritual legacy. His presence underscored deep respect for its ethos.
Echoing his prior ‘BEST Puducherry’ call—Business, Education, Spirituality, Tourism—PM Modi celebrated achievements from unified central-local efforts over recent years, driving governance excellence and growth.
With leading per capita income surge and peak social progress rankings, Puducherry thrives. NDA’s double-engine strategy will propel it further, evidenced by today’s massive project rollout.
India’s infra revolution, backed by ₹12 lakh crore budget, now envelops Puducherry through inclusive funding. Gains include better connectivity, water security, coastal dev, educational hubs, medical facilities.
Spotlight projects: PM e-Bus fleet, Smart City command center, CITIIS EWS homes, sewerage-water schemes. NIT’s Kalam block and hostel, JIPMER cancer modernization, university infrastructure launched. Industrial estate dedicated; water supply, rural roads (41), heritage town, MISHTI mangroves foundation laid.
Puducherry emerges stronger, poised for holistic advancement blending heritage and high-tech ambition.