PM Modi Flags Off New Trains, Launches Key Projects in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Thiruvananthapuram on Friday to launch multiple developmental initiatives and flag off new train services, marking a significant push for infrastructure in Kerala. He emphasized that a growing realization among the people highlights the central government’s consistent efforts toward the state’s progress over recent years.

Modi flagged off three Amrit Bharat Express trains along with a new Thrissur-Guruvayur passenger service. These additions are expected to significantly improve regional rail connectivity linking Kerala with neighbouring states including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. He stated that the projects would help transform Thiruvananthapuram into a major national hub.

Among other launches, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the CSIR-NIIST Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship Hub and inaugurated a state-of-the-art Radiosurgery Centre at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology. He also opened the new Poojappura Head Post Office. Additionally, Modi introduced the PM SVANidhi Credit Card—a UPI-linked, interest-free revolving credit facility—and disbursed loans and cards to beneficiaries under the PM SVANidhi scheme aimed at supporting street vendors and small entrepreneurs.

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Speaking at the event, Modi highlighted the role of cities in building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ and noted substantial central investments in urban infrastructure over the past 11 years. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, in his welcome address, described the projects as highly significant for the state and expressed satisfaction that long-pending demands had received approval. He hoped for continued cooperation from the Centre on Kerala’s future requirements.

The visit underscores the NDA government’s focus on southern states ahead of upcoming assembly elections, combining infrastructure development with welfare schemes to strengthen regional ties and economic growth.

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