PM Narendra Modi has inaugurated projects valued at Rs 7,600 crore in Maharashtra.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated various development projects in Maharashtra valued at over Rs 7,600 crore on Wednesday via video conference.

During his address, PM Modi stated, "Development projects worth thousands of crores have been initiated in several districts, including metro expansions, airport upgrades, and rapid advancements in road and highway projects. Infrastructure, solar energy, and textile park projects have been launched, along with new initiatives to benefit farmers and livestock owners."

He emphasized that the foundation stone for Vadhavan Port, the largest container port in the country, has been laid in Maharashtra, marking a historic period of rapid and extensive development across various sectors in the state.

PM Modi highlighted the government's commitment to skill development, noting, "India is increasingly recognized as a major hub for human resources by many countries worldwide. Our youth have vast opportunities in diverse fields such as education, healthcare, and software globally. Therefore, we are equipping them with skills that meet international standards."

The Prime Minister laid the foundation for the upgrade of Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur, with an estimated project cost of around Rs 7,000 crore. This project is expected to drive growth in sectors like manufacturing, aviation, tourism, logistics, and healthcare, benefiting Nagpur city and the broader Vidarbha region.

He also initiated the New Integrated Terminal Building at Shirdi Airport, which is set to cost over Rs 645 crore. This terminal aims to provide world-class facilities for religious tourists visiting Shirdi, with a design inspired by the spiritual neem tree associated with Sai Baba.

Additionally, PM Modi launched 10 Government Medical Colleges across Maharashtra, including those in Mumbai, Nashik, Jalna, and Amravati. These colleges will enhance undergraduate and postgraduate seat availability while providing specialized tertiary healthcare services.

The Prime Minister inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai, which aims to develop an industry-ready workforce through advanced technology and hands-on training. Established under a Public-Private Partnership model, it is a collaboration between the Tata Education and Development Trust and the Government of India. The institute will offer training in specialized fields such as mechatronics, artificial intelligence, data analytics, industrial automation, and robotics.

Furthermore, he inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) of Maharashtra, designed to provide students, teachers, and administrators with access to essential academic and administrative data via live chatbots like Smart Upasthiti and Swadhyay. VSK aims to deliver valuable insights to schools for effective resource management, strengthen relationships between parents and the state, and enhance teaching practices and student learning through curated instructional resources.