PM Modi’s Southern Sojourn encompassed an action-packed tour of the three states of Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. He inaugurated and laid foundation stones for various projects across sectors of infrastructure, tourism, and health among others totalling about Rs. 19,000 crores. A special highlight of this trip is PM’s visit to the Bandipur and Mudumalai wildlife sanctuaries to commemorate the 50th anniversary of “Project Tiger”.

PM’s big boost to Telangana’s infrastructure, healthcare and tourism by inaugurating projects worth Rs. 11,300 crores

PM Modi inaugurated infrastructural projects worth around Rs. 11,300 crores in Telangana, dedicating it to the nation. This included various projects such as laying the foundation stone of AIIMS Bibinagar in Hyderabad, five National Highway projects, and the redevelopment of Secunderabad Railway Station. Additionally, he also dedicated other development projects related to railways and flagged off the Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express at Secunderabad Railway Station in Hyderabad.

These projects will provide a fillip to the state’s infrastructure, tourism, and healthcare. Through his address, he emphasized “the government’s priorities to develop both the industry and agriculture sectors in Telangana”. In terms of the infrastructural development in the state, he stated the ‘doubling of the length of the national highways in the state from 2500 km to 5000 km from 2014 onwards”.


PM Modi reiterated “the principle of Sabka Saath aur Sabka Vikas, to root out societal malaises like corruption and nepotism and to move forward with ideals of social justice, modernity, and technology-oriented governance’.

PM Modi’s visit to Tamil Nadu reminisces the spiritual reflections of the 125th anniversary of the Ramakrishna Math, with an equal emphasis of infrastructural delivery in the state

PM Modi participated in the 125th Anniversary Celebrations of the Ramakrishna Math in Chennai. Meditating in the Math he remarked, “He was energized and inspired.” On this occasion, PM Modi drew parallels between the philosophies of Swami Vivekananda and the principles of governance of the Modi-led government, stating that “this century is India’s century”. “He emphasized that the Ramakrishna Math worked with the same spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.’

Terming the Tamil Nadu visit to be special, PM Modi emphasized that the state as one of the growth engines of the country. PM Modi dedicated various connectivity projects in the state, which include a 37-kilometer gauge conversion section between Thiruthuraipoondi and Agasthiyampalli, flagging off the Express service between Tambaram and Sengottai and DEMU service from Thiruthuraipoondi – Agasthiyampalli and the Vande Bharat Express from Chennai to Coimbatore.

Additionally, he also inaugurated the ‘New Integrated Terminal Building of Chennai International Airport.’ He stated, “The various projects inaugurated shall fulfill the infrastructural delivery promise of the Government and shall create further opportunities for investment and income.”

In his address, he remarked, “Tamil Nadu is the home of history and heritage, the land of language and literature” and that “Tamil Nadu’s development is of great priority to the government.” The government intends to develop the infrastructure in Tamil Nadu at a rapid pace showcasing a human face to the aspirations, possibilities, and dreams of people.

What made the Tamil Nadu visit more special was PM Modi’s meeting with a divyang BJP Karyakarta Thiru S. Manikandan. In a special gesture, PM Modi even clicked a selfie with the Karyakarta from Erode.

PM Modi visits Bandipur & Mudumalai Reserves – Wildlife spotting, jungle safari & more!

PM Modi visited Bandipur Tiger Reserve and interacted with frontline field staff and Self-Help Groups involved in conservation activities. He also visited the Theppakadu Elephant camp in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and interacted with mahouts and kavadis of the elephant camp.

During commemoration of 50 years of Project Tiger, PM Modi emphasized that India has not only saved the tiger population from declining but also provided an ecosystem where tigers can flourish. The Prime Minister expressed happiness that India is home to 75% of the world’s tiger population in the 75th year of Indian independence. With these initiatives PM Modi stated that, “The intention is to promote a harmonious balance between Ecology and Economy.”

PM Modi also launched the International Big Cats Alliance (IBCA). In July, 2019 PM reiterated and called for “an Alliance of Global Leaders to obliterate demand and firmly curb poaching and illegal wildlife trade in Asia”. Taking the message of the Prime Minister forward, the alliance has been launched.

During his visit Mudumalai, PM Modi also had a special meeting Bomman and Belli, the elephant whisperers, along with Bommi and Raghu – the two majestic elephants.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid homage today to Mahatma Gandhi at his statue in the historic Promenade Gardens in Georgetown, Guyana. He recalled Bapu’s eternal values of peace and non-violence which continue to guide humanity. The statue was installed in commemoration of Gandhiji’s 100th birth anniversary in 1969.

Prime Minister also paid floral tribute at the Arya Samaj monument located close by. This monument was unveiled in 2011 in commemoration of 100 years of the Arya Samaj movement in Guyana.