Major Boost to Higher Education and Civic Infrastructure Across Jammu and Kashmir
New Delhi, 19 February, 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant visit to Jammu on February 20th, 2024, where he will inaugurate, dedicate, and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 32,000 crore. The projects span various sectors, including health, education, transportation, and urban infrastructure, aimed at accelerating the socio-economic growth of the region.
In a major boost to the education sector, PM Modi will unveil several key initiatives focused on upgrading and developing educational and skilling infrastructure across the country. These include the inauguration of permanent campuses for prestigious institutions such as IIT Bhilai, IIT Tirupati, IIM Jammu, and IIS Kanpur. Additionally, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for new projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure in higher educational institutes, ensuring quality education for students across diverse fields.
One of the highlights of the visit is the inauguration of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Vijaypur (Samba), Jammu, which will provide comprehensive healthcare services to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. This state-of-the-art institute, equipped with modern facilities and advanced medical technology, underscores the government's commitment to delivering quality healthcare to all sections of society.
In a significant move to enhance air connectivity and boost tourism, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for a new terminal building at Jammu Airport. The modern facility, designed to accommodate a growing number of passengers, will not only improve air travel experience but also contribute to the economic development of the region.
Railway projects also feature prominently in the Prime Minister's itinerary, with the dedication of various rail projects aimed at improving connectivity and ensuring environmental sustainability in Jammu and Kashmir. These include the inauguration of a new rail line and the electrification of existing sections, along with the introduction of electric train services to enhance transportation infrastructure.
Furthermore, PM Modi will inaugurate road projects aimed at strengthening connectivity and facilitating smoother travel experiences for commuters. These projects include the construction of expressways, bypasses, and road upgrades, which will not only enhance connectivity within Jammu and Kashmir but also facilitate trade and tourism activities.
The visit also emphasizes the government's commitment to strengthening civic infrastructure and provisioning public facilities across Jammu and Kashmir. Projects focusing on urban development, including the establishment of common user facility petroleum depots, sewage treatment plants, and modern fruit markets, underscore the government's efforts to improve the quality of life for residents in the region.
PM Modi's visit to Jammu signifies a significant milestone in the region's journey towards progress and development. With an array of transformative projects set to be unveiled, the visit promises to usher in a new era of growth and prosperity for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
