Archive · 18 Jan 2026
PM Modi Lauds Rail Connectivity in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited West Bengal and inaugurated several big projects worth Rs 830 crore.
These projects include new train lines, a port system, and a special boat.
He said that the central government has done a lot to improve trains and roads in the state.
He also mentioned that new trains like the Vande Bharat Sleeper and Amrit Bharat Express have been started to make travel easier.
PM Modi emphasized that the government is working to connect different types of transport like ports, rivers, and highways to make travel faster and cheaper.
He also talked about using electric boats to help the environment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth Rs 830 crore in West Bengal.
Projects include the Extended Port Gate System at Balagarh, Jayrambati-Barogopinathpur-Maynapur rail line, Inland Water Transport terminal, Road Over Bridge, and an Electric Catamaran.
Modi highlighted the central government's investments in expanding the capacity of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Port and improving port connectivity under the Sagarmala scheme.
The Prime Minister emphasized the launch of the country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train and three new Amrit Bharat Express trains, enhancing connectivity in West Bengal.
Modi underlined the government's focus on multi-modal connectivity and green mobility, promoting environmentally friendly travel options.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- What
- Inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various infrastructure projects in West Bengal, highlighting rail and port connectivity.
- When
- January 17, 2024
- Where
- Singur, Hooghly district, West Bengal
- Why
- To emphasize the central government's investments in infrastructure and connectivity in West Bengal.
BJP
TMC
Government Performance
BJP
The central government has significantly improved rail and infrastructure connectivity in West Bengal, including the launch of new trains and projects.
TMC
The TMC government alleges that the central government is not providing adequate funds and support for infrastructure development in the state.
Fund Utilization
BJP
The central government accuses the TMC of misusing central funds meant for welfare schemes and infrastructure.
TMC
The TMC government claims that the central government is not releasing the promised funds for development projects in West Bengal.
- Date of Inauguration
- January 17, 2024
- Location of Inauguration
- Singur, Hooghly district, West Bengal
- Projects Inaugurated
- Extended Port Gate System at Balagarh, Jayrambati-Barogopinathpur-Maynapur rail line, Inland Water Transport terminal, Road Over Bridge, Electric Catamaran
- Investment Amount
- Rs 830 crore
- New Trains Launched
- Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, 3 new Amrit Bharat Express trains
Sources
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