šØ PM Modi's ā¹70,000 Cr Mega Tour Sparks Buzz in Bihar, Bengal & Sikkim! š„
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TL;DR:Ā PM Narendra Modi is on a whirlwind 2-day tour across Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh, launching development projects worth ā¹70,000 crore. While inaugurating infrastructure and energy initiatives, his visit also marks the beginning of BJP's election campaigns in Bihar and Bengal. Critics argue that these moves are more about political gains than genuine development.
šļø Sikkim Celebrates 50 Years with Modi's Visit š
PM Modi kicked off his tour in Sikkim, celebrating the state's 50th year of statehood.Ā He participated in the "Sikkim@50" event, highlighting the state's progress and natural beauty.Ā Projects inaugurated include a new 500-bed district hospital in Namchi and a passenger ropeway in Pelling.Ā Commemorative coins and stamps were also released to mark the occasion.
š West Bengal Gets a Gas Boost, But Tensions Rise š„
In Alipurduar, West Bengal, Modi laid the foundation stone for a ā¹1,010 crore City Gas Distribution project, aiming to provide piped natural gas to over 2.5 lakh households.Ā Ā However, his visit wasn't without controversy.Ā He criticized the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) for misgovernance and highlighted five major issues plaguing the state.Ā Ā In response, TMC leaders accused Modi of promoting divisive politics.
āļø Bihar's Infrastructure Push Amid Election Heat š³ļø
Modi's visit to Bihar included inaugurating the new terminal at Patna Airport and laying the foundation for the Bihta Airport project.Ā These projects, worth over ā¹50,000 crore, are seen as a significant infrastructure push.Ā Ā A grand roadshow in Patna and a rally in Karakat marked the beginning of BJP's election campaign in the state.Ā
šļø Uttar Pradesh Sees ā¹20,900 Cr Development Projects š§
In Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation for multiple projects worth ā¹20,900 crore.Ā These include infrastructure, energy, and transport initiatives aimed at boosting the state's development.Ā
š§ MediaFx Opinion: Development or Political Strategy? š§
While these massive investments in infrastructure and energy are commendable, it's essential to question the timing and intent.Ā Launching such projects just before elections raises concerns about whether these are genuine development efforts or political strategies to garner votes.Ā True progress should prioritize the needs of the working class and ensure equitable growth, rather than serving as a tool for political gain.
