PM Modi in Gujarat on Mahavir Jayanti: Museum, Expressway and Rs 20,000 Crore Projects on Agenda
PM Modi inaugurates a Jain museum, motorway and semiconductor plant covering culture and infrastructure development today.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a key visit to Gujarat today, marking Mahavir Jayanti with a packed agenda that spans culture, infrastructure, technology, and rural development. The visit includes major project launches and inaugurations across Gandhinagar, Sanand, and Vav-Tharad.
A major highlight of the visit is the inauguration of the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar. The museum, dedicated to Emperor Samrat Samprati, showcases the rich heritage and evolution of Jainism through rare artefacts, manuscripts, miniature paintings, and traditional exhibits. It is located within the Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra campus and reflects India’s deep civilisational and spiritual traditions.
In the industrial hub of Sanand, Modi will also lay the foundation stone for a semiconductor facility by Kaynes Technology, marking a significant step in India’s push towards self-reliance in semiconductor manufacturing. This aligns with the government’s broader vision to strengthen domestic electronics production and technological capabilities.
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In Vav-Tharad, the Prime Minister will launch and dedicate development projects worth over ₹20,000 crore. Among these, the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway stands out as a major infrastructure boost. Built at a cost of over ₹5,100 crore, the high-speed corridor is expected to significantly improve connectivity, facilitate faster movement of goods and people, and support regional economic growth.
The visit also includes initiatives related to healthcare, rural development, and broader infrastructure expansion. These projects are aimed at enhancing quality of life, improving accessibility, and driving long-term economic development in the region.
Overall, the visit underscores a blend of cultural celebration and large-scale development, with a strong focus on modern infrastructure, technological advancement, and preservation of heritage in Gujarat.
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