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Vijay Seeks Review of Metro Projects and Faster Funding

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help move several transport projects forward.

These include Metro projects in Madurai and Coimbatore, as well as other proposed rail links.

He also asked for faster funding for infrastructure and support for a proposed river-linking project.

Vijay spoke at an event in Chennai where projects worth Rs 13,000 crore were inaugurated or launched.

He said his government wants Tamil Nadu to become a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036.

He also said development should benefit every district, not just Chennai.

Vijay described young people as an important strength for the state.

He said cooperation between the Union and State governments should improve people’s lives.

Key facts

Event: Development projects worth Rs 13,000 crore were inaugurated or had foundation stones laid.
Metro proposals highlighted: Madurai and Coimbatore
Other transport funding sought: Chennai Metro Phase III and the Hosur–Bengaluru Metro link
Funds referenced: Rs 5,110 crore in funds for Tamil Nadu
Economic ambition: Tamil Nadu aims to become a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
Other project raised: The proposed Cauvery–Godavari river-linking project
Development approach: Vijay said development should extend beyond Chennai and reach every district.

thehansindia.com · 2 hrs ago