PM Modi

2024 - 9 - 16

Modi on the Move: Gujarat to Get Vande Metro and a Green Makeover!

Birthday Celebrations - Global Investor Meet - Gujarat - Narendra Modi - Renewable Energy - Vande Metro

PM Modi's whirlwind tour of Gujarat includes launching India's first Vande Metro and promoting renewable energy! Here's everything you need to know.

GANDHINAGAR: Buckle up, India! Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed in Ahmedabad for a two-day visit filled with major announcements and flag-offs that are set to rev up Gujarat's transport and energy sectors. He kicks off the visit by inaugurating India's very first Vande Metro service connecting Bhuj to Ahmedabad, making train travel even more accessible and efficient for the citizens. As if that wasn't enough, he’s also launching multiple Vande Bharat trains, which are known for their speed and comfort. Talk about a train party!

But wait, there's more! PM Modi isn't just focused on railways. He also inaugurated the fourth Global Renewable Energy Investor's Meet (RE-INVEST 2024) in Gandhinagar. With an emphasis on economic growth and sustainable energy initiatives, he invited global companies to invest in India's green transition. This summit is expected to be a game-changer for India as it positions itself as a leading player in the renewable energy space. So, if you thought train travel was exciting, wait until you see how India is gearing up to power its future!

In more local news, he also took time to extend birthday wishes to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, showing he hasn't forgotten his political pals, even amidst the busyness of inaugurating major projects. And for any fans of sustainable living, PM Modi will meet beneficiaries of the 'Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijlee Yojana', which aims to provide free electricity to a whopping one crore households opting for rooftop solar panels. Talk about paving the way for a greener and financially lighter future for many!

So, with Vande Metro trains zipping across the tracks, and Gujarat becoming the hub of green energy relations, it's clear that PM Modi's visit is shaping the future of travel and power in India. Fun fact: Did you know that the Vande Bharat trains can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h? And as for the environmental efforts, India aims to become a net-zero emitter by 2070, with the renewable energy goal of achieving 500 GW by 2030! Let's ride this train toward a greener tomorrow!

Post cover — Image courtesy of "India Shipping News"

PM Modi

Modi on the Move: Gujarat to Get Vande Metro and a Green Makeover!

Explore the last week