Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates Rs 4000 Crore Worth of Projects in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a significant day in Kerala by inaugurating projects worth Rs 4000 crore in the state. The inauguration included the Ship Repair Center of Kochi Shipyard, the 2nd Dry dock, and the Indian Oil Corporation’s LPG imports terminal. Attended by Governor Arif Muhammad Khan and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the event was hailed as a development festival for the state. Chief Minister Vijayan expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for personally inaugurating the projects, emphasizing the substantial contribution of “Made in Kerala” to the broader “Make in India” initiative. The new projects, particularly the Kochi Shipyard’s Dry Dock, are expected to play a crucial role in the nation’s development, reducing dependence on foreign countries for ship maintenance and facilitating job creation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the inauguration, highlighted the significance of the new projects as milestones of development. The Kochi Shipyard’s Dry Dock, touted as the largest in the country, is poised to bring about transformative changes in the shipping sector. The Prime Minister underscored the positive impact of central reform measures on the port sector, leading to increased investments and efficiency. Modi also addressed the economic implications, stating that the new developments would contribute to the India-Gulf-Europe Economic Corridor, fostering a development boom. Overall, the projects unveiled by the Prime Minister are seen as catalysts for progress and self-reliance in the maritime and industrial landscape of Kerala.