पश्चिम बंगालमध्ये 4500 कोटी रुपयांपेक्षा जास्त खर्चाच्या रेल्वे आणि रस्ते क्षेत्रातील विविध प्रकल्पांचे केले उद्घाटन आणि लोकार्पण
रेल्वे मार्गांचे विद्युतीकरण आणि इतर अनेक महत्त्वपूर्ण रेल्वे प्रकल्पांचे केले लोकार्पण
सिलीगुडी आणि राधिकापूर दरम्यान नवीन प्रवासी रेल्वे सेवेला दाखवला हिरवा झेंडा
3,100 कोटी रुपये खर्चाच्या दोन राष्ट्रीय महामार्ग प्रकल्पांचे केले उद्घाटन
“आजचे प्रकल्प विकसित पश्चिम बंगालच्या दिशेने टाकलेले आणखी एक पाऊल आहे”
"आमचे सरकार पूर्व भारताला देशाच्या विकासाचे इंजिन मानते"
“या 10 वर्षांत आम्ही रेल्वेचा विकास पॅसेंजरच्या वेगावरून एक्सप्रेसच्या वेगापर्यंत नेला आहे. आमच्या तिसऱ्या कार्यकाळात तो सुपरफास्ट वेगाने पुढे जाईल”
पश्चिम बंगालचे राज्यपाल सीव्ही आनंद बोसजी, मंत्रिमंडळातील माझे सहकारी निसिथ प्रामाणिकजी, जॉन बारलाजी, विरोधी पक्षनेते सुवेन्दू अधिकारीजी, संसदेतील माझे सहकारी सुकांत मजुमदार जी, कुमारी देबाश्री चौधरीजी, खगेन मुर्मूजी, राजू बिस्ता जी. डाॅ. जयंत कुमार रॉयजी, आमदार, इतर मान्यवर, स्त्रिया आणि पुरुष !
नैसर्गिक सौंदर्य आणि चहासाठी प्रसिद्ध असलेल्या उत्तर बंगालच्या या भूमीला भेट देताना मला खूप आनंद होत आहे. आज येथे हजारो कोटी रुपयांच्या विकास प्रकल्पांचे उद्घाटन आणि पायाभरणी झाली. विकसित बंगालच्या दिशेने हे आणखी एक महत्त्वाचे पाऊल आहे. या विकासकामांसाठी मी बंगाल आणि उत्तर बंगालमधील जनतेचे अभिनंदन करतो.
मित्रांनो,
उत्तर बंगालचा हा प्रदेश आपल्या ईशान्येचे प्रवेशद्वार आहे आणि येथूनच शेजारील देशांसोबतचे व्यापारी मार्गही जातात. त्यामुळेच या 10 वर्षांमध्ये बंगालचा आणि विशेषतः उत्तर बंगालचा विकास हा आमच्या सरकारचा प्राधान्यक्रम राहिला आहे. उत्तर बंगालच्या जलद विकासासाठी या प्रदेशात 21व्या शतकातील रेल्वे आणि रस्ते पायाभूत सुविधा निर्माण कराव्या लागतील. याच विचारातून आज एकलाखी ते बालूरघाट, सिलीगुडी ते आलुआबाडी आणि राणीनगर-जलपाईगुडी-हल्दीबारी दरम्यानच्या रेल्वे मार्गाच्या विद्युतीकरणाचे काम पूर्ण झाले आहे. यामुळे उत्तर दिनाजपूर, दक्षिण दिनाजपूर, कूचबिहार आणि जलपाईगुडी यांसारख्या जिल्ह्यांतील रेल्वेगाड्यांचा वेग आणखी वाढेल.
सिलीगुडी ते सामुकतला मार्गाच्या विद्युतीकरणामुळे आजूबाजूची जंगले आणि वन्यजीव प्रदूषणापासून वाचतील. आज बारसोई-राधिकापूर विभागाचे विद्युतीकरणही पूर्ण झाले आहे. पश्चिम बंगालबरोबरच याचा फायदा बिहारमधील लोकांनाही होणार आहे. राधिकापूर ते सिलीगुडी दरम्यान नवीन रेल्वे सेवा सुरू झाली आहे. बंगालच्या या मजबूत होत असलेल्या रेल्वे पायाभूत सुविधांमुळे येथील विकासाच्या नवीन शक्यतांना चालना मिळेल आणि सर्वसामान्यांचे जीवन सुखकर होईल.
मित्रांनो,
एक काळ असा होता की ईशान्येकडे जाताना गाड्यांचा वेग मंदावत असे. पण आमच्या सरकारचा प्रयत्न आहे की उत्तर बंगालमध्ये गाड्यांचा वेग तितका वाढवायचा आहे जितक्या वेगाने तो संपूर्ण देशात वाढवला जात आहे. आता उत्तर बंगालपासून बांगलादेशापर्यंतही रेल्वे संपर्क सुरू झाला आहे. मिताली एक्सप्रेस न्यू जलपाईगुडी ते ढाका छावणीपर्यंत धावत आहे. बांगलादेश सरकारच्या सहकार्याने आम्ही राधिकापूर स्थानकाशी कनेक्टिव्हिटी वाढवत आहोत. या नेटवर्कच्या बळकटीकरणामुळे दोन्ही देशांच्या अर्थव्यवस्थेला आणि या भागातील पर्यटनाला मोठ्या प्रमाणात चालना मिळेल.
मित्रांनो,
स्वातंत्र्यानंतर, पूर्व भारताच्या विकासाकडे, इथल्या हिताकडे दीर्घकाळ दुर्लक्ष केले गेले. मात्र आमचे सरकार पूर्व भारताला देशाच्या विकासाचे ग्रोथ इंजिन मानते. त्यामुळे या क्षेत्रात दूरसंचार क्षेत्रामध्ये अभूतपूर्व गुंतवणूक केली जात आहे. बंगालचे सरासरी रेल्वे बजेट जे 2014 पूर्वी सुमारे 4 हजार कोटी रुपये होते ते आता सुमारे 14 हजार कोटी रुपये झाले आहे.
आज उत्तर बंगालहून गुवाहाटी आणि हावडा येथे सेमी हायस्पीड वंदे भारत एक्स्प्रेस धावत आहे. अमृत भारत स्थानक योजनेअंतर्गत आधुनिकीकरण होत असलेल्या ५०० हून अधिक स्थानकांमध्ये आमचे सिलीगुडी स्थानकदेखील समाविष्ट आहे. या 10 वर्षात आम्ही बंगाल आणि ईशान्येकडील रेल्वेचा विकास प्रवासी ते एक्सप्रेस वेगापर्यंत नेला आहे. आमच्या तिसऱ्या कार्यकाळात तो सुपरफास्ट वेगाने पुढे जाईल.
मित्रांनो,
आज उत्तर बंगालमध्ये 3 हजार कोटींहून अधिक खर्चाच्या दोन रस्ते प्रकल्पांचे लोकार्पणही करण्यात आले आहे. हा चौपदरी घोषपुकुर-धुपगुडी विभाग आणि इस्लामपूर बायपास सुरू झाल्याने अनेक जिल्ह्यांतील लोकांना फायदा होणार आहे. जलपाईगुडी, सिलीगुडी आणि मैनागुडी टाउनसारख्या शहरी भागात वाहतूक कोंडीच्या समस्येपासून दिलासा मिळणार आहे. यामुळे ईशान्येसह उत्तर बंगालमधील सिलीगुडी, जलपाईगुडी आणि अलीपुरद्वार जिल्ह्यांना चांगली रस्ते जोडणी मिळेल. यामुळे दुआर्स, दार्जिलिंग, गंगटोक आणि मिरिक अशा पर्यटन स्थळांवर जाणे सोपे होईल. म्हणजे या संपूर्ण परिसरात पर्यटन वाढेल, उद्योगधंदेही वाढतील आणि चहा उत्पादकांनाही फायदा होईल.
मित्रांनो,
पश्चिम बंगालच्या विकासासाठी केंद्र सरकार आपल्या बाजूने सर्वतोपरी प्रयत्न करत आहे. विकास प्रकल्पांसाठी मी पुन्हा एकदा तुम्हा सर्वांचे अभिनंदन करतो. खूप खूप धन्यवाद. सध्या इथे एक कार्यक्रम पूर्ण होत आहे, पण माझी चर्चा इथे पूर्ण होत नाहीये, माझी चर्चा पुढे होणार आहे आणि त्यामुळे इथून आपण मोकळ्या मैदानात जाऊया. आपण सर्वांना मनमुरादपणे पाहाल आणि मनमुरादपणे बोलाल.
PM Modi's Global Diplomacy: Strengthening India's Partnerships Across Continents
December 31, 2024
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In recent years, PM Modi has significantly strengthened India's global partnerships through a series of impactful bilateral visits across continents. These visits have been crucial in advancing India’s foreign policy, enhancing strategic cooperation, and promoting economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties with key nations worldwide. From the Gulf to Europe, Southeast Asia, and Africa, PM Modi’s diplomatic outreach is a symbol to India’s growing global presence under his leadership.
United Arab Emirates: Strengthening Ties with the Gulf
PM Modi’s visit to the UAE marked his 7th trip in nine years, reflecting the deepening relationship between India and the Gulf nation. During the visit, PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at the AHLAN MODI event, a vibrant celebration of the strong cultural and historical ties between the two nations.
PM Modi at the AHLAN MODI Event in the UAE
The visit also marked a milestone with the inauguration of the first Hindu temple in the UAE — the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Abu Dhabi. This temple is a symbol of India’s cultural diplomacy and the growing acceptance of India’s diversity in the Gulf region. The visit reinforced the UAE’s role as a key partner in India’s energy and economic growth, as well as the growing importance of the Indian expatriate community.
Qatar: Renewed Bilateral Cooperation
PM Modi’s visit to Qatar infused “new vigour” into the already robust bilateral ties between India and the Gulf nation. This visit was particularly significant, as Qatar released eight former Indian Navy personnel who had been detained on charges of espionage, a gesture that reflected Qatar's commitment to strengthening ties with India. The visit helped bolster economic cooperation, particularly in sectors like energy, trade, and infrastructure.
PM Modi in Qatar with his counterparts
Additionally, Qatar's investment in India's growing economy was emphasized, opening avenues for enhanced collaboration in the future.
Bhutan: Strengthening Regional Partnerships
A significant aspect of PM Modi’s visit to Bhutan was the inauguration of a state-of-the-art hospital in Thimphu, constructed with Indian assistance.
PM Modi at the inauguration of a state-of-the-art hospital in Thimphu
This move symbolized India’s continued support for Bhutan’s development, enhancing bilateral ties and ensuring India’s strategic influence in the region. Bhutan is an important partner in India's “Neighbourhood First” policy, and this visit further cemented the shared values of peace, stability, and progress between the two nations.
Austria: A Historic Milestone
PM Modi’s visit to Austria in 2024 was groundbreaking, as it marked the first trip by an Indian PM to the country in 41 years. This visit coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Austria. The visit focused on strengthening trade, technology, and cultural ties. Austria’s expertise in renewable energy, engineering, and research was highlighted as a potential area for collaboration.
PM Modi interacted with CEOs in Austria
The visit underscored India’s growing importance in European diplomatic circles and Austria’s role as a partner in India’s development trajectory.
Russia: Reaffirming Strategic Partnerships
In his visit to Russia for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit, PM Modi and President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed the longstanding strategic partnership between the two nations.
PM Modi in Russia for the 16th BRICS Summit
The summit emphasized mutual cooperation in defence, energy, and technology. Russia’s support for India’s defence requirements, including the supply of critical military equipment, continued to be a cornerstone of the bilateral relationship. Moreover, both nations agreed to further enhance energy cooperation, particularly in the oil and natural gas sectors, which are crucial for India’s energy security.
Poland: Strengthening Diplomatic Ties
PM Modi’s visit to Poland in 2024 was historic, marking the first trip by an Indian PM in 45 years. The visit coincided with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. During the visit, both India and Poland elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership.
PM Modi Honoured the Fallen Heroes in Poland
Discussions centred around defence cooperation, scientific collaboration, and greater engagement in trade and investment. Poland’s support for India’s entry into global institutions such as the UN Security Council was also a significant aspect of the visit.
Ukraine: Diplomatic Engagement Amid Conflict
PM Modi’s visit to Ukraine was particularly noteworthy, coming at a time when military actions had been suspended by both warring sides. The visit demonstrated India’s commitment to global peace and its willingness to offer humanitarian and technological assistance for post-war reconstruction.
PM Modi delivered humanitarian aid to Ukrainian President
The PM assured Ukraine of India’s support in rebuilding its war-torn infrastructure, reflecting India’s role as a peace-broker in global conflicts. The visit also highlighted India’s position on non-interference and peaceful resolution of disputes.
Brunei: A Milestone in India’s 'Act East' Policy
PM Modi’s visit to Brunei marked the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Southeast Asian nation. The visit coincided with the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei. Brunei is a key partner in India’s “Act East” policy, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
PM Modi’s visit to Brunei was the first bilateral visit by an Indian PM
The visit focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, energy, and maritime security. Brunei’s strategic location and its importance in regional security made this visit a crucial step in strengthening India’s relationships with Southeast Asian nations.
Singapore: Strengthening Strategic Partnership
PM Modi’s visit to Singapore emphasized the strengthening of India’s strategic partnership with the island nation, particularly in advanced manufacturing, digitalization, and sustainable development. The visit facilitated the growth of synergies between the semiconductor ecosystems of India and Singapore. Both nations explored opportunities to collaborate in research, innovation, and green technologies, which are essential for India’s future economic growth.
PM Modi at the Roundtable with Business Leaders in Singapore
Singapore’s role as a financial hub and a gateway to Southeast Asia made this visit critical for India’s long-term economic ambitions.
Guyana: Reaching Out to the Indian Diaspora
PM Modi’s visit to Guyana was historic as it marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over 50 years. The visit was significant for its emphasis on strengthening ties with the Indian diaspora, which has had a deep historical connection with Guyana for over 185 years. During the visit, PM Modi held discussions on giving strategic direction to the India-Guyana relationship, focusing on trade, technology, and infrastructure development.
PM Modi at the 2nd Caricom- India Summit in Guyana
The Prime Minister paid homage to the contributions of the Indian diaspora, underscoring their role in bridging cultural and economic ties between India and Guyana.
Nigeria: Strengthening African Partnerships
PM Modi’s visit to Nigeria in November 2024 was the first by an Indian PM to the West African nation in decades. The visit marked a significant step in strengthening India’s partnership with Nigeria, which is one of the most populous and influential countries in Africa. The visit focused on strategic cooperation, particularly in energy, trade, and security. India and Nigeria agreed to work closely on areas like healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. The visit also underscored the importance of democratic values and pluralism, shared by both nations.
PM Modi interacted with the Indian Diaspora in Nigeria
Kuwait: Enhancing Economic and Cultural Cooperation
PM Modi’s visit to Kuwait was especially significant as it was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. The visit focused on enhancing economic relations and cultural exchanges. Kuwait, with its strategic location in the Gulf, plays a pivotal role in India’s energy security and economic interests.
PM Modi at the Hala Modi Event in Kuwait
The visit aimed at bolstering collaboration in trade, energy, and investment, reinforcing the historical ties between the two nations. It was also an opportunity to connect with the large Indian diaspora in Kuwait, a key contributor to both the Gulf nation’s economy and the bilateral relationship.
A Global Leader in Diplomacy and Strategic Partnerships
PM Modi’s series of impactful bilateral visits across continents has significantly elevated India’s diplomatic standing and global influence. His efforts have not only strengthened traditional alliances but also fostered new strategic partnerships, positioning India as a key player in global affairs. Through his leadership, India has championed multilateral cooperation, sustainable development, and peaceful conflict resolution, ensuring its active participation in shaping the future of the world. These diplomatic engagements reflect India’s growing prominence on the global stage, laying the foundation for a prosperous and interconnected future.
