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Modi in Gujarat Live: ‘One more diamond added to city’, PM Modi in Surat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his visit to Gujarat's Surat today where he launched two major projects – Surat Diamond Bourse and a new terminal of Surat Airport. Billed as the world's largest corporate workplace, the Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) is also set to become the world's largest and modern centre for international diamond and jewellery business. It will be a global centre for trading both rough and polished diamonds as well as jewellery, a government statement said. ...Read More

Following the launch of two major projects launches, PM Modi will head to his Lok Sabha constituency Varanasi for a two-day visit. There he will launch multiple development projects worth over ₹ 19,150 crore.

PM in Gujarat Live: Take a look of the Surat Diamond Bourse. Video

Visuals of the Surat Diamond Bourse inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.

PM in Gujarat Live: 5 trillion…10 trillion…, PM Modi speaks about govt's 25-year plan

“Whether it is the aim for a 5-trillion-dollar economy or 10-trillion-dollar economy, the government has fixed the target for the next 25 years and we are working on it,” PM Modi said, adding that his government is also working towards pushing the country's export industry to a record high. He also reiterated his commitment to take India among the top three economies in the world in his “third term”. Read more

PM in Gujarat Live: ‘One more diamond attached’, PM Modi in Surat

While speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Surat Diamond Bourse, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said whenever there would be a mention of this bourse in the world, the name of Surat and India will always be mentioned. He said, “Another diamond has been added to the city."

PM in Gujarat Live: Modi felicitated at inauguration ceremony

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being felicitated at the inauguration ceremony at the Surat Diamond Bourse

PM Modi inaugurated the Surat Diamond Bourse. It will be the world’s largest and modern centre for international diamond and jewellery business.

PM in Gujarat Live: Modi inaugurates Surat Diamond Bourse

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the world's largest workspace, Surat Diamond Bourse today. He reached the site after carrying out a roadshow followed by the launch of a new terminal building of Surat Airport.

PM in Gujarat Live: New terminal building inaugurated, SDB launch shortly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Surat Airport and launched the new terminal. He is currently on the way to reach the Surat Diamond Bourse complex. People are cheering for PM Modi as his cavalcade moves past them.

PM in Gujarat Live: BJP workers all set to welcome Modi in Surat

BJP workers in Surat are all set to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They are seen waiting along the way through which PM Modi is supposed to travel and reach the inauguration ceremony site.

PM in Gujarat Live: Diamond trade shifted from Mumbai to Surat, claims Sharad Pawar

Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday said the diamond trade which used to take place in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex has now shifted to Surat after the construction of the Surat Diamon Brouse.

"Those who are in power today do not have the power to think about the country. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the diamond business in Surat. Earlier, diamond trade used to take place in the Bandra Kurla Complex of Mumbai; now it has been shifted from here to Gujarat," Pawar said a day ahead of the launch of SDB.

PM in Gujarat Live: New terminal to increase Surat Aiport's capacity thrice: AAI chairman

Airports Authority of India (AAI) chairman Sanjeev Kumar said the overall capacity of Surat Airport will increase three times after the newly built terminal building becomes operational.

“The capacity of Surat airport will increase three times once this new terminal becomes operational. Prime Minister Modi ji has given this airport the status of an international airport, and the Union cabinet has approved it. Surat is one of the biggest business hubs globally, and this new terminal will connect people across the globe...Also, in the process, the Surat city will get further facelift,” Kumar said while speaking to ANI.

PM in Gujarat Live: Replica of SDB to be gifted to Modi

A replica of the Surat Diamond Bourse will be gifted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration ceremony. The replica is made of five key metals namely gold, silver, copper, iron and lead.

PM in Gujarat Live: At what time Modi likely to launch SDB?

According to a government release, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new integrated terminal building at Surat Airport at 10:45 am. Following this, at around 11:15 AM, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Surat Diamond Bourse.

PM in Gujarat Live: Features you should know about the Surat Diamond Bourse

Surpassing the Pentagon in the US, the Surat Diamond Bourse became the world's largest office building spread over a 7.1 million square feet landscape.

• The building has a cutting-edge rooftop solar energy project. The power generated will be utilised throughout the year for common areas and radiant cooling systems.
• It has a waterless robotic cleaning solution to conserve water and maximise energy generation.
• The SDB complex will have spaces available for cutting, polishing and trading activities related to diamonds under one roof.
• It has over 4,500 offices, 130 elevators and a passage area of over 22 kilometres.

PM in Gujarat Live: Modi to also launch new terminal of Surat Airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the new terminal building of Surat Airport today. The Union Cabinet has recently approved the proposal to declare Surat Airport as an international airport. This will enable seamless export-import operations for the diamond as well as textile industries along with providing a gateway for international travelers.

• Built at a cost of ₹ 353 crore, the new integrated terminal building of Surat Airport will be capable of managing 1,200 domestic and 600 international passengers hourly during peak hours, with a provision to increase the capacity to 3,000.
• The new building is designed keeping the local culture and heritage in mind, and the airport has been given a heritage building look by taking inspiration from the old Kashta houses of Rander.
• It is also equipped with sustainability features including a double-insulated roofing system, a low-heat gain double-glazing unit, canopies for energy saving, sewage treatment and water treatment plants among others. Read more

PM in Gujarat Live: In a major boost to diamond industry, Modi set to launch SDB

PM Narendra Modi will visit Surat to inaugurate the Surat Diamond Bourse today. Ahead of his visit, PM Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter) that the new complex will give a major boost to the diamond industry. “The ‘Customs Clearance House’, Jewellery Mall and facility of International Banking and Safe Vaults will be significant parts of the Bourse,” he wrote.

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Narendra Modi in Gujarat: Highlights of PM's visit to Surat, Silvassa and Botad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting visit his home state of Gujarat on Sunday. The two-day visit assumes significance as the state goes to elections in November this year.

PM Modi says clean drinking water augurs well for a healthier nation

Water has come here to Saurashtra with the blessings of Maa Narmada. This makes the occasion very special: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/hnHRPIBYzC — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 17, 2017

We can see the good work done by @ChouhanShivraj on river water conservation and the Narmada: PM @narendramodi @CMMadhyaPradesh — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 17, 2017

With the chants of ‘Narmade, Sarvade ’ PM Modi completes inauguration

With the chants of ‘Narmade, Sarvade’ we welcomed water from the Narmada to Botad. pic.twitter.com/xYHyv1cpJE — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2017

PM Modi assures farmers that soon technology will help change their lives for the better

We are working on the agriculture sector, invigorating it with new technology so that the income of farmers can be doubled by 2022: PM pic.twitter.com/bWgDi3MHfx — BJP LIVE (@BJPLive) April 17, 2017

PM Modi tells farmers,“We will need to make drip irrigation a key part of our lives”

Modi calls out to farmers and speaks of the importance of irrigation. Recalling the days of the freedom movement, he also asks the nation to be more grateful.

We did not have the privilege to die for the nation's freedom. But we have the opportunity to live for the nation & serve our people: PM — BJP LIVE (@BJPLive) April 17, 2017

PM Modi begins speaking at the inauguration of phase I of SAUNI project in Botad

PM Shri @narendramodi speaking at a program in Botad, Gujarat. LIVE at https://t.co/Sfv9Z49LED pic.twitter.com/AWaewSy1UZ — BJP LIVE (@BJPLive) April 17, 2017

PM to inaugurate Link-II pipeline canal

PM Narendra Modi will be inaugurating phase-I of the Link-II pipeline canal of the ambitious (SAUNI) Yojna in Botad. The Link-II will release water from the Narmada into 9 dams.

Watch: PM Narendra Modi breaks security protocol, stops entourage to meet a 4-year old girl on his way

#WATCH PM Narendra Modi breaks security protocol to meet a 4-year old girl on his way to inaugurate Kiran Multispeciality Hospital in Surat. pic.twitter.com/vtLuleRMYV — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2017

PM praises BHIM app, Ujjwala yojna says our government will never allow poor to be looted

Our Government will never allow the poor and the middle class to be looted: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/Hp2EOMyZ52 — All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) April 17, 2017

This is not a Congress govt but Modi's govt. Here you've to work for public: PM Modi at an event to inaugurate govt projects in Silvassa pic.twitter.com/FlsDc2z76K — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2017

PM Modi urges people to use BHIM app to claim benefit of various government schemes like gas subsidy

Every Indian must have access to housing facilities: PM Modi

This nation belongs to each and every Indian. There is no question of discrimination against anyone: PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi addersses people in Silvassa, Gujarat

Highlighting the BJP government’s work in the Centtre, Modi said, “When we assumed office, I sought details on impact of development schemes in Dadra & Nagar Haveli & we worked on areas needing attention”

PM Modi inaugurates several government projects in Silvassa, Gujarat

In Pictures: PM Modi inaugurating the Sumul dairy and ice cream plant

Glimpses from the of inauguration of SUMUL Cattle Feed Plant in Tapi . #NewGujarat4NewIndia pic.twitter.com/8KYBY6Nzz7 — BJP Gujarat (@BJP4Gujarat) April 17, 2017

PM Modi’s Gujarat visit strategically planned to reach out to BJP’s disgruntled vote base

The PM’s power packed agenda for the day was strategically devised to take within the BJP’s fold the disillusioned voters from the patidar community, tribals of the sothern Gujarat and water starved farmers from the Saurashtra region.

he started the day with inaugurating a hospital built by the Patidar community, then he went on to inaugurate a dairy processing plant in a tribal area and he is scheduled to unveil a irrigation facility to pump Narmada water in over 100 dams of the parched Saurashtra region, according to NDTV .

The time was ripe as many developmental projects laid out in this areas during Modi’s chief ministerial stint were ready to reap. The prime minister’s presence could only further drive home the developmental agenda BJP hopes to encash in the upcoming polls

This is PM Modi’s eighth visit to the state in past 9 months

Here, in SUMUL we see the positive results that can be achieved when Sahkar and Sarkar work together: PM @narendramodi #NewGujarat4NewIndia — BJP Gujarat (@BJP4Gujarat) April 17, 2017

PM Modi inaugurates Sumul Dairy plant at Nava Pardi

The prime minister inaugurated a 25000 litres capacity dairy processing plant that is envisioned to improve cattle rearing prospects for the tribal population in the area.

PM Modi to inaugurate dairy and cattle feed plant in Bajipura

The Prime Minister is headed to Bajipura village in Tapi district to inaugurate a cattle feed plant and ice-cream plant of Sumul Dairy. He will also lay foundation stone for dairy products plant at Nava Pardi.

In gems and jewellery sector, aim at ‘designing in India’ and not just ‘making in India’: Modi

Surat has made a mark in the diamond industry but can we now look at the entire gems and jewellery sector: PM https://t.co/yjt7McEF1s pic.twitter.com/XViY0VfFEw — BJP LIVE (@BJPLive) April 17, 2017

Modi urges diamond traders to excel in field of gems and jewels as well

Addressing a gathering of diamond merchants at Icchapur, Modi said that Indian diamonds are popular across the world. But the traders in India should now aspire to excel in the gems and jeweler market as well.

Modi inaugurates diamond polishing unit in Hira Bourse SEZ at Icchapur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates a Diamond manufacturing unit in Surat #Gujarat pic.twitter.com/N5uwh4fUXY — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2017

Watch PM Modi speaking at the inauguration of diamond polishing unit

India can’t be run without people’s support: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged all citizens to serve the nation with their hard work and said that India cannot be run by the government without the support of its people.

“Our nation was neither built, nor can it be run by governments, kings and politicians, but only by the service and hard work of its people,” Modi said while addressing a public meeting here in Gujarat.

The Prime Minister also said that India always had a culture of service which started fading away after Independence.

Modi to inaugurate diamond polishing unit in Icchapur shortly

After leaving the venue of the multi speciality hospital in Surat, the prime minister would then head to Hira Bourse SEZ at Icchapur in the district to inaugurate a diamond polishing unit of Hari Krishna Export Private Limited.

I had said that I will also inaugurate projects, of which I lay the foundation stones: Modi

Recalling one of his earlier statements, wherein he had said that he will also inaugurate the project he was laying the foundation of, Modi said that people thought he was arrogant. He said that this was not the case but he merely likes to see whatever job he takes up is finished to the end.

I upset someone or the other everyday with my style of work: Modi

Many pharma firms are unhappy with my decision of cheaper stents, medicines: PM Modi in Surat,Gujarat pic.twitter.com/FwpFg34ZDu — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2017

After Vajpayee, we brought a healthcare policy in India after 15 years: PM Modi

Addressing a gathering in Surat after inaugurating a philanthropic multi speciality hospital, Modi said that his government values the importance of a healthy society, which is why they are tirelessly working towards it. Modi said that it was his government that has brought in a healthcare policy after a gap of 15 years.

This hospital built on hardwork, family values: PM Modi

“I value hardwork over money… And it doesn’t matter whether this project cost Rs 500 crore or 5000 crore, it was built through the hardwork of the people here and it inculcates family values. I wish that no one should need it’s services, but in case you do, I will pray that no one has to come here again,” Modi said.

Modi recounts healthcare measures taken by Centre

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of a hospital in Surat, Modi said, “We have fixed the prices for around 700 medicines to ensure affordability for poor.” He said that the government will ensure that the doctors prescribes only generic medicines so that monopoly of big medicine outlets can be broken.

Swachh Bharat a part of preventive healthcare initiatives: PM Modi

While the health surveys across world have reinstated the importance of hygiene, no one has paid much attention to preventive healthcare measures in India. He said that his government’s Swachh Bharat mission is a part of promoting preventive healthcare habits.

He said he was proud that his Surat has adopted the habit of cleanliness in such a way that they can be an example to other cities.

Modi thanks people of Surat, says your love for me has remained the same

Modi, speaking of his connect with the city, said that people in other areas have probably changed the way they behave with him after he became the prime minister, He, however, said that Surat has always treated him like a family and he loves coming back to the place because it feels like home to him.

PM lauds diamond merchants for building hospital, says these are traits of givers

Lauding the diamond merchants of Surat for undertaking the 500 crore project for people’s welfare, Modi said that he was not surprised by what they did. He said that these people have known poverty and the pain of paucity. Therefore they won’t sleep at night until they are satisfied that they have done as much as they could for the society.

Was confused whether I should speak in Hindi or Gujarat: Modi

The prime minister, addressing a gathering after inaugurating a multi-speciality hospital in his home state said that he was unsure whether he should address his people in his mother tongue or Hindi. However, he said that he then chose to speak in Hindi because he felt that they have done a big thing and the entire should know about it.

Multi speciality hospital a source of pride for entire Gujarat: Gujarat CM Vijaya Rupani

Lauding the 500 Crore project, the Gujarat chief minister said that the whole state was set up by a chamber of diamond merchants in the state. He said that the BJP government will take healthcare services to each and every village and fulfil the prime minister’s dream of a healthy and prosperous Gujarat.

PM to go to Icchapur area to inaugurate a diamond polishing unit of Hari Krishna Export Private Limited

BJP on mission mode for 2019, sets new targets

Keeping its thrust on development agenda, the BJP has embarked on a mission to retain power in 2019, fine-tuning its strategy to woo the poor and a section of Muslims to expand its base. The Prime Minister’s Gujarat visit, although is officially to inaugurate a range of projects, it is seen against the backdrop of the assembly elections scheduled to be held later this year.

BJP has never lost a election in the state since 2001 but many percieve that the long-standing unadressed Patel agitation over caste based reservations could dampen the saffron party’s winning streak.

PM to have a tight schedule today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s power packed visit will not only see the PM inaugurate a battery of developmental projects, but the former Gujarat chief minister is also set to reach out to the voters ahead of the state assembly polls. 

The BJP has not lost one election since Modi rode to power in the state in 2001 and he seeks to maintain the winning streak.

Watch LIVE telaecast of PM Modi inaugurating Super Speciality Hospital in Surat

PM Modi inaugurates multi specialty hospital in Surat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Kiran Multispeciality Hospital in Surat, Gujarat pic.twitter.com/8AZ8u4rW7H — ANI (@ANI) April 17, 2017

Narendra Modi in Surat

Narendra Modi to meet BJP leaders post dinner | CNN-News18

Narendra Modi’s roadshow concludes in Surat | ANI

Gujarat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow concludes as he reaches Circuit House in Surat pic.twitter.com/LnPYf63VhG — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2017

Narendra Modi arrives at Circuit House | CNN-News18

Few snapshots from Modi’s visit in Surat

Massive gathering at PM Shri @narendramodi 's in Surat, Gujarat. Watch at https://t.co/n245cNvhwo #GujaratWelcomesPMModi pic.twitter.com/kgue6TdbgX — BJP (@BJP4India) April 16, 2017

People welcoming PM Shri @narendramodi by lighting their mobile phone in Surat. #GujaratWelcomesPMModi pic.twitter.com/d0iYfLgr6G — BJP (@BJP4India) April 16, 2017

Narendra Modi greets people during his road show in Surat

PM Shri @narendramodi greets people during his road show in Surat, Gujarat. LIVE at https://t.co/n245cNvhwo #GujaratWelcomesPMModi pic.twitter.com/FXuuVwtB8d — BJP (@BJP4India) April 16, 2017

Modi’s roadshow arrives at Parle Point | CNN-News18

Narendra Modi will meet BJP leaders in Circuit House | CNN-News18

After the 11-kilometre roadshow from Surat airport to Circuit House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The roadshow has been delayed by nearly half an hour.

Surat is lit like Diwali to welcome Narendra Modi: Bharat Pandya

“This is a historical roadshow. The entire road has been lit. It’s like Diwali. We have made a banner of sari, which highlights all the campaigns of the Modi government,” BJP leader Bharat Pandya told News18 , 

Pandya, however, rejected the allegations made by Congress’ Shankersinh Vaghela, where he stated that the BJP government has locked up members of the Patidar community ahead of Modi’s visit. He, however, said that some people were restrained for safety reasons.

Gujarat govt locked up nearly 2,000 people ahead of Modi’s visit: Shankersinh Vaghela

Congress leader Shankersinh Vaghela alleged on Sunday that the BJP-led Gujarat government has locked up nearly 2,000 pepole who were likely to protest Modi’s visit in Surat. Vaghela said while speaking with News18 India on Sunday.

Modi’s popularity raises questions on Congress’ future

With the growing rise in popularity of Narendra Modi, questions are once again being raised about Congress’ leadership. Without a strong face to match-up with the popularity of Modi, it will be seen how Congress will perform in Gujarat elections.

Narendra Modi fans dress-up for occasion | ANI

After Odisha, Narendra Modi set to reach out to Surat

The Gujarat visit comes close on the heels of the prime minister’s trip to Odisha. Although the visit was organised to participate in the party’s national executive meet, the trip was doubled up as a chance to reach out to the people of Odisha, after the state gave the party a surprise win in recently conducted Panchayat polls.

Mobile flashlights lighten up Modi’s Surat roadshow

People switch on their mobile flashlights as Prime Minister Narendra Modi proceeds with his roadshow in Surat, Gujarat. pic.twitter.com/nppQfKPVzQ — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2017

Crowd chants ‘Modi, Modi’ in Surat

Bikers rally escorting Narendra Modi to the Circuit house | ANI

According to India Today , nearly 40,000 bikers are taking part in the Surat roadshow. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be traveling nearly 11-kilometres between the Surat airport to Circuit House. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's road show continues in Surat, Gujarat; a bikers rally escorting him to the circuit house. pic.twitter.com/NZU5i2mNcj — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2017

VIDEO: Modi’s roadshow in Surat

A sand art dedicated to Swachh Bharat campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow in Surat, Gujarat: A sand art for Swachh Bharat at Parle Point. pic.twitter.com/7IWefxR60s — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2017

Modi had arrived in Surat at 6.50 pm

Chief Minister @vijayrupanibjp , Deputy Chief Minister @Nitinbhai_Patel and other dignitaries welcomed PM @narendramodi to Gujarat. pic.twitter.com/4byk1V5Dhc — PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 16, 2017

Over 10,000 bikers to join Modi’s roadshow in Surat

There are over 10,000 bikers said to be taking part in the roadshow alongside Narendra Modi, News18.com said.

30 ft statue to welcome Modi in Surat | NDTV

There are total 600 cutouts of Narendra Modi and five gates have been put up for the road show, NDTV said. The 11-kilometre roadshow will also have a 30 feet statue of the prime minister, the news channel added.

Surat being a Patidar stronghold crucial for Gujarat elections

Modi’s Gujarat visit is crucial to the fortunes of the saffron party ahead of the assembly elections due later this year. The visit is especially important in the backdrop of the two-year-long Patidar agitation for reservations in education and jobs, which many believe may have dampened the BJP’s prospects to win 150 seats in the Assembly — a target set by party chief Amit Shah.

Modi’s roadshow in Surat

Live - PM Shri @narendramodi 's road show in Surat, Gujarat. https://t.co/Qohb5pxUIX — BJP (@BJP4India) April 16, 2017

Modi’s greets people at the roadshow

Modi’s roadshow begins in Surat | ANI

#WATCH Live via ANI Facebook: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow in Surat (Gujarat) https://t.co/0N8gs5aHKV pic.twitter.com/LrLawhBmul — ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2017

Narendra Modi arrives in Surat, to take part in roadshow | CNN-News18

Prime Minister @narendramodi arrives in Surat, Gujarat for a roadshow in the city | ANI pic.twitter.com/1Wxxo01eNh — News18 (@CNNnews18) April 16, 2017

Modi"s latest photo-op at Lingaraj temple

The prime minister reached the Lingaraj temple sharp at 9 am on Sunday to offer his prayers and participate in a special Puja Arati. He offered flowers, bel leaves, milk, coconut water and water to the deity.

The Prime Minister spent around 25 minutes in the temple premises. Modi also visited the temple of Goddess Bhubaneswari and Parbati, said Manoranjan Panigrahy, CEO of the Lingaraj Temple Administration.

Odisha BJP leader Dharmendra Pradhan praises Modi

Claiming that Modi’s popularity has increased manifold across the country and abroad, the Union Minister said the people of Odisha have accepted the Prime Minister’s plans and programmes. This is evident from the results of the recently concluded Zilla Parishad elections. The party bagged 297 ZP seats in 2017 from just 36 seats in the previous rural polls held in 2012, Pradhan pointed out.

Modi to inaugurate various projects tomorrow

Later this evening, I will begin my visit to Gujarat as well as Dadra & Nagar Haveli, where I will take part in various programmes tomorrow. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 16, 2017

Will Odisha to be a lab for Modi’s pro-poor policies?

The BJP on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to make Odisha the laboratory of welfare schemes for the poor.The BJP-led NDA government has already allocated Rs 5,200 crore for railway development in Odisha during the last three years, while the amount was dismal during the Congress-led UPA government. During the UPA’s tenure, maximum allocation was Rs 1,000 crore in one rail budget, Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan said.

Mission 150 for Gujarat BJP

Setting a target of 150 Assembly seats for the Gujarat unit of BJP, party president Amit Shah may have set the pitch for the forthcoming Assembly elections. But how the BJP will achieve this target amidst conditions that are not too favourable for them remains to be seen.

Read more here.

Modi roadshow rattles Naveen Pattnaik?

While the magnitude of his roadshow in Bhuneshwar is not comparable to what was seen in Varanasi but then the two situations and two cities are different. What must have been very heartening for Modi and BJP is the fact that not just thousands of people cheered for him in the scorching afternoon heat on both sides of the road but several of them were also seen running behind Modi’s motorcade to get a better glimpse of the leader.

Modi to be in Gujarat on Sunday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting his home state of Gujarat as part of a two-day tour. This will be his eight visit to the state in the last nine months. The visit is significant as the state goes to vote in November.

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Its been a while since I last came to Bhavnagar so it was wonderful to be back there among the exceptional people of this city. The development of the recent years is going to be scaled up further in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/4zr22kZy6W — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 29, 2022

Athletes Could Not Perform Well Due to Nepotism, Corruption; Cleaned System After Coming to Power: PM

Sportspersons could not perform well in past because of nepotism and corruption, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi after declaring 36th National Games open in Ahmedabad, adding the BJP government at the Centre has cleaned system on coming to power. He further said, “Your victory will give India a new reason to celebrate and also create new aspirations for the future of sports.”

Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Playing Big Role: PM Modi

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In a First, Nation Working on Securing Future of Sportspersons After Retirement: PM

For the first time, the nation is working on securing the future of our sportspersons even after retirement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, adding “Sports have been a part of our culture and tradition for centuries. Traditional games such as kalaripayattu are gaining prominence through the National Games.”

Women Athletes Moving Shoulder to Shoulder With Men & Bringing Glory to Nation: PM

In the field of sports, women of India are moving forward shoulder to shoulder with men and bringing glory to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. “Today, Fit India and Khelo India have become jan andolans creating a plethora of opportunities for athletes in the country,” he further said.

Neeraj Chopra Was Seen Enjoying Garba During Navratri Celebration; Festivities Unites Us: PM

Our country’s champion Neeraj Chopra was seen enjoying Garba during the Navratri celebration. This happiness of festivities unites us as Indians: Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Our country's champion Neeraj Chopra was seen enjoying Garba during the #Navratri celebration. This happiness of festivities unites us as Indians: PM @narendramodi #NationalGames2022 #36thNationalGames pic.twitter.com/feu35FLMTa — MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) September 29, 2022

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Sports is a great unifier. Inaugurating the National Games being held in Gujarat. https://t.co/q9shNsjA3A — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 29, 2022

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Olympic athletes PV Sindhu, Neeraj Chopra and Ravi Kumar Dahiya are present at the opening ceremony of the 36th National Games at Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur are present at the event.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel as they greeted the crowds at the opening ceremony of the 36th National Games at Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

#WATCH PM Modi accompanied by Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel greets the crowds at the opening ceremony of the 36th National Games at Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad (Source: DD) pic.twitter.com/EtRCZIlfvt — ANI (@ANI) September 29, 2022

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PM Modi To Inaugurate Surat Diamond Bourse, World's Largest Office Building, In Gujarat Today

Pm modi is set to inaugurate the newly-built surat diamond bourse (sdb) building in surat gujarat on sunday..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the newly-built Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) building in Surat Gujarat on December 17 (Sunday). The world's largest office complex, the SDB building, is a part of Diamond Research and Mercantile (DREAM) City and the newly upgraded terminal building of the Surat airport. Ahead of PM Modi’s visit, preparations are underway in Surat.

#WATCH | Gujarat: Preparations underway in Surat ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit on 17th December (15/12) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly-built Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) building, part of the Diamond Research and Mercantile (DREAM) City and the newly… pic.twitter.com/sXowLNkFJv — ANI (@ANI) December 15, 2023

According to SDB's media convener Dinesh Navadiya, several diamond traders, including those based in Mumbai earlier, have already taken possession of their offices ahead of the inauguration which were allotted by the management after the auction, as reported by news agency PTI. After the inauguration, the prime minister will address a large gathering near the SDB building, he said.

In July, CEO Surat Diamond Bourse Mahesh Gadhavi had said, "...This is the largest office building in the world. This has more than 4,500 diamond trading offices. From the trading of rough diamonds to the sale of polish diamonds - both of these will take place here. We have created a world-class infrastructure here. This will generate around 1.5 lakh employment opportunities. We have tried to build a future-proof building to meet the needs of both the present and future. We have provided fibre connectivity to every single office. More than 4000 cameras and state-of-the-art control rooms have been set up here so that the security is not compromised with," as quoted by ANI.

Surat Diamond Bourse Building 

The SDB building, the world's largest office complex with over 67 lakh square feet of floor area, is located in Khajod village, near Surat city. The office complex is bigger than the headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense Pentagon. It is worth around Rs 3000 crore. The SDB has nearly 4,500 diamond trading offices.

The mega structure, built on a plot of 35.54 acres inside the DREAM City, has nine towers of ground plus 15 floors with office spaces ranging from 300 sq ft to 1 lakh sq ft, PTI reported.

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PM to visit Surat and Varanasi on 17-18 December

PM to inaugurate and lay foundation stone of multiple development projects in Varanasi worth over Rs. 19,150 crores

PM to participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Varanasi on two consecutive days

PM to inaugurate Swarved Mahamandir

PM to also inaugurate Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023

PM to flag off Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express

In order to facilitate seamless tourist experience, PM to launch Unified Tourist Pass System

PM to inaugurate New Integrated Terminal Building at Surat Airport

PM to also inaugurate Surat Diamond Bourse

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Surat in Gujarat and Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh on 17-18 December. On 17th December, at around 10:45 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Integrated Terminal Building at Surat Airport. At around 11:15 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the Surat Diamond Bourse. Thereafter, he will travel to Varanasi, and at around 3:30 PM, he will participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. At around 5:15 PM, he will inaugurate Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023 at Namo Ghat.

On 18th December, at around 10:45 AM, Prime Minister will visit Swarved Mahamandir, which will be followed by its inauguration in a public function at around 11:30 AM. At around 1 PM, Prime Minister will participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. Thereafter, in a public function, at around 2:15 PM, Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs. 19,150 crores.

PM in Surat

Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Integrated Terminal Building of Surat Airport. The Terminal building is equipped to handle 1200 Domestic passengers and 600 International passengers during peak hours and has provision for further increasing the peak hour capacity to 3000 passengers with annual handling capacity increasing to 55 lakh passengers. The terminal building, as it is the gateway to Surat City, has been designed with its local culture and heritage ensuring that the essence should reflect both in interior and exterior, creating a sense of place for the visitors. The façade of the upgraded terminal building aims to enrich the passenger experience with the rich and traditional woodwork of the old houses of the ‘Rander’ region of Surat City. The GRIHA IV compliant New Terminal Building of the airport is equipped with various sustainability features like Double Insulated Roofing System, Canopies for energy saving, Low Heat Gain Double Glazing Unit, Rain Water Harvesting, water treatment plant, Sewage treatment plant and use of recycled water for landscaping and solar power plant among others.

PM will also inaugurate Surat Diamond Bourse. It will be the World’s largest and modern centre for international diamond and jewellery business. It will be a global centre for trading of both rough and polished diamonds as well as jewellery. Bourse will comprise state of the art ‘Customs Clearance House’ for Import – Export; Jewellery mall for retail jewellery business and  facility of International Banking and Safe Vaults.

PM in Varanasi

On 17th December, Prime Minister will participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra at Cutting Memorial School ground, Varanasi. There, Prime Minister will interact with the beneficiaries of various government schemes such as PM Awas, PM SWANidhi, PM Ujjwala among others

In line with his vision of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Prime Minister will inaugurate Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023 at Namo Ghat. On the occasion, Prime Minister will  also flag off the Kanyakumari – Varanasi Tamil Sangamam train.

On 18th December, Prime Minister will inaugurate the newly built SwarVed Mahamandir in Umaraha, Varanasi.  He will also address devotees of Mahamandir on the occasion

After that, Prime Minister will participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Sewapuri, a rural area of his constituency. He will also witness some live sports events by participants of Kashi Sansad Khel Pratiyogita 2023. After that, he will also interact with the winners of the event. He will also interact with beneficiaries of various government schemes during the event.

In the last nine years, Prime Minister has put a special focus on transforming the landscape of Varanasi and enhancing the ease of living for the people living in Varanasi and adjoining regions. Taking another step in this direction, Prime Minister will dedicate and lay the foundation stone of various development projects costing around  Rs. 19,150 crore.

Prime Minister will inaugurate New Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Nagar-New Bhaupur Dedicated Freight Corridor Project built at a cost of  around Rs. 10,900 crore. Other railway projects which will be inaugurated include Ballia-Ghazipur City rail line doubling project; Indara-Dohrighat rail line gauge conversion project, among others.

Prime Minister will  flag off Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express train, Dohrighat-Mau MEMU train and a pair of Long Haul goods trains at the newly inaugurated Dedicated Freight Corridor. He will also flag off the 10,000th locomotive made by Banaras Locomotive Works.

Prime Minister will inaugurate green-field Shivpur-Phulwaria-Lahartara road along with two ROBs at a cost of more than Rs 370 crore. It will ease the traffic moment between north and south part of Varanasi city and will enhance visitors convenience. Further key projects to be inaugurated by Prime Minister include strengthening and widening of 20 roads; Sangam Ghat road in Kaithi village and construction of residential buildings in Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Hospital.

Additionally, to cater the housing needs of police personnel, two 200 and 150 bed multi-storey barrack buildings in Police line and PAC Bhullanpur, smart bus shelters built at 9 locations and 132 KW substation built at Alaipur will also be inaugurated by Prime Minister.

Under the Smart City Mission, a website for detailed tourist information and the Unified Tourist Pass System will be launched by Prime Minister. The unified pass will provide single platform ticket booking for Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Ganga Cruise, and Sarnath’s light and sound show, offering integrated QR code services.

Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone of various projects worth more than Rs. 6500 crore. In order to increase the production of non-renewable energy resources, Prime Minister will lay the foundation of an 800 MW solar park in Chitrakoot district at a cost of around Rs. 4000 crore. To augment the petroleum supply chain, he will lay the foundation of the construction of a new petroleum oil terminal at Mirzapur to be built at a cost of over Rs. 1050 crore.

Other projects whose foundation stone will be laid by Prime Minister include widening of Varanasi-Bhadohi NH 731 B (Package-2) at a cost of over Rs. 900 crore; 69 rural drinking water schemes under Jal Jeevan Mission at a cost of Rs. 280 Crore; construction of 150 bed capacity Critical Care Unit in BHU Trauma Center; redevelopment work of 8 Ganga Ghats, construction work of Divyang residential secondary school among others.

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PM Modi to visit Surat: Revolving stage and a Dandi memorial await for him

Pm modi will visit dandi in neighbouring navsari district to dedicate the national salt satyagraha memorial on the occasion of mahatma gandhi’s death anniversary..

The Prime Minister is all set to visit Surat again on January 30 to lay foundation stone for the expansion of Surat airport terminal building. He will also visit Dandi in neighbouring Navsari district to dedicate the National Salt Satyagraha Memorial on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary.

The Prime Minister, who visited Surat last Saturday to dedicate the Armored System Complex built by L&T at Hazira, will also be addressing professionals at Surat indoor stadium for which his party, the BJP , is planning to erect a revolving stage.

Speaking about the PM’s visit, Sanjay Panigrahi, Director, Surat Airport, said, “Surat will get international flight on February 16 to Sharjah. There will be two international flights from Surat to Sharjah in a week, and from April 1 onwards it would be increased to three international flights in a week… The expansion work for the terminal building will be completed in the next two years.”

At present, the airport terminal building has an area of 8,000 square metres, and the government has approved funds for expansion of terminal building to 25,000 square metres.

BJP MLA from Majura, Harsh Sanghvi, who has given the charge of the PM’s event with professionals, said that they are planning to hold a grand event at the indoor stadium that has a seating capacity of 7,000 people.

“For the first time, we have erected a revolving stage on which PM Modi will stand and deliver his speech. The revolving stage will at a height height of 3 feet from the ground, and below the stage electric motors will be fixed to move it at a slow speed,” Sanghvi told The Indian Express .

“We will also launch a website for the event in couple of days. Those professionals interested to attend the event will have to fill up the form on the website, and after a screening process, seats will be confirmed to them. They have to bring their confirmation letter at the venue on the day of the event, only then entry passes will be issued to them,” he said, adding that they are meeting with members of associations of doctors, chartered accountants, engineers, architects, professors to inform them about the event.

Sources said that additional space will be created at the stadium for 1,800 more people. Four LED monitors will be fixed at different locations so that audience could watch and listen the Prime Minister speak.

At Dandi, the PM will dedicate to the nation the National Salt Satyagraha Memorial, comprising statues of 80 Satyagrahis who marched with Gandhi during the historic Dandi salt march.

“The project is funded jointly by the Gujarat government and the central government. The motive behind building such a memorial is to make the Dandi a tourist destination,” BJP MP from Navsari, C R Patil, said.

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Watch: PM Modi Holds Mega Road Show In Gujarat, Thousands Gather To Welcome Him

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stone of various projects in Navsari, Gujarat.

PM Modi received a warm welcome from the local people of Navsari

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a visit to Gujarat held a mega roadshow in the state's Navsari district on Thursday afternoon.

The Prime Minister received a warm welcome from the local people of Navsari. Scores of people gathered to welcome and cheer for the Prime Minister.

Thousands of spectators including children, youth, and elderly of Navsari participated in the roadshow to welcome and catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister waved at the excited gathering during the roadshow where he was accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Navsari MP CR Patil.

LIVE: માનનીય વડાપ્રધાન શ્રી @NarendraModi જી ના વરદ્ હસ્તે અનેકવિધ વિકાસ પ્રકલ્પોના લોકાર્પણ અને ખાતમુહૂર્ત. સ્થળ : વાંસી-બોરસી ગામ, નવસારી #વિકસિત_ભારત_વિકસિત_ગુજરાત https://t.co/zFQlIVy6na — BJP Gujarat (@BJP4Gujarat) February 22, 2024

The projects will encompass important sectors like road, rail, energy, health, internet connectivity, urban development, water supply and tourism.

A large number of women BJP workers gave PM Modi a heartfelt and distinctive welcome at the massive roadshow as they led his tour vehicle with raised slogans and fluttering flags.

The Prime Minister also acknowledged the huge gathering at the roadshow venue as he greeted everyone with folded hands in respect and waved to the others.

People were seen taking selfies and clicking pictures, and videos to make the moment unforgettable.

The Prime Minister was then welcomed by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Navsari MP on the stage and presented with a flower garland and a memento.

According to an official release, the Prime Minister was scheduled to visit Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh on February 22-23, 2024.

Earlier in the day, at around 10:45 AM, in Ahmedabad, the Prime Minister participated in the Golden Jubilee celebration of the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF).

At around 12:45 PM, the Prime Minister reached Mahesana and performed pooja and darshan at Valinath Mahadev Temple.

At around 1 PM, the Prime Minister participated in a public function in Tarabh, Mahesana where he dedicated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs 13,500 crore.

At around 4:15 PM, the Prime Minister arrived at Navsari, where he will dedicate and lay the foundation stone and initiate work commencement of multiple development projects worth more than Rs 47,000 crore.

At around 6:15 PM, the Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also lay the foundation stone of the country's first PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (MITRA) Park at Vansi Borsi village in Gujarat's Navsari today.

The establishment of the 'PM MITRA Park aims to bolster the textiles sector.

'PM MITRA' Parks will help in creating world-class industrial infrastructure that will attract large-scale investment, including foreign direct investment (FDI), and encourage innovation and job creation within the sector. The Ministry of Textiles will oversee the execution of these projects.

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Maldivian President Muizzu secures ‘supermajority’ in parliamentary polls: Report

According to preliminary results, PNC secured over 60 constituencies accounting for almost two-thirds of the parliament.

According to information released by the Elections Commission, 207,693 people cast their ballots as of 5:00 pm local time, making for a voter turnout of 72.96 per cent. This includes 104,826 men and 102,867 women. A total of 284,663 people were eligible to vote to elect lawmakers for 93 constituencies in the 20th People's Majlis.

A total of 368 candidates were in the fray, including 130 independent candidates, 10 candidates from Jumhoory Party (JP), 39 from The Democrats, Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) 4, Adhaalath Party (AP) 4, and Maldives National Party (MNP) 2 nominees.

What do the Maldivian reports say?

According to a sun.mv news portal report, PNC contested on 90 constituencies, while the main Opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) fought on 89 constituencies. According to preliminary results, PNC secured over 60 constituencies accounting for almost two-thirds of the parliament, it said.

According to the trends, the Muizzu-led PNC won 67 seats, followed by Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) at 12 seats and Independents won 10 seats. Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) and Jumhooree Party (JP) got one each. The Democrats, Maldives National Party (MNP) and Adhaalath Party (AP) are yet to open their accounts.

The main ruling PNC won all cities across the Maldives, in what comes as a major loss to the main Opposition MDP, which had dominated the cities in previous elections. Preliminary results show that PNC secured the majority of the seats in Male’ City, Addu City and Fuvahmulah City.

The Democrats, founded by former President Mohamed Nasheed, and candidates endorsed by former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom have not secured any seats, according to media reports.

The election is crucial for Muizzu, seen as a pro-China politician, as just a few days ahead of the polls, the opposition parties demanded a probe and impeachment of the president following a leaked report of his alleged corruption from 2018, a charge dismissed by him.

Besides, since Muizzu came to office, lawmakers have blocked three of his nominees to the cabinet.

India-Maldives ties

The election in the Maldives also came amidst deteriorating ties between the archipelago nation and India since Muizzu, 45, assumed power in November last year.

During last year's presidential election, he had maintained a strident anti-India stand.

While India was forced to withdraw most of its military personnel manning three aviation platforms in the country, Muizzu travelled to China in January and met top Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping.

China and the Maldives also signed a defence cooperation agreement and several other infrastructure development projects.

The Maldives is India’s key maritime neighbour in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and occupies a special place in its initiatives like ‘SAGAR’ (Security and Growth for All in the Region) and the ‘Neighbourhood First Policy’ of the Indian government.

On the other hand, China is expanding its footprints in IOR through its 'debt trap' diplomacy and ‘String of Pearls' approach, a strategic initiative to create a network of military and commercial establishments in countries falling on the Indian Ocean.

(With PTI inputs)

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This week the world’s biggest democratic election kicks off in India, as almost 970 million voters decide whether to give Prime Minister Narendra Modi a third term. The election will last six weeks after a campaign that has sprawled across India — and into the United States as well.

Modi’s supporters credit him with putting India on the global stage and turning it into one of the fastest-growing economies in the world . His critics, however, say Modi has fanned a wave of Hindu nationalism , cracked down on opponents, stifled press freedom and stoked religious tensions with Muslims and other minority groups.

In the weeks leading up to the election, which begins Friday, the overseas arm of Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has enlisted members of the Indian diaspora in the U.S. to campaign on his behalf, either by phone calling friends and family in India or by traveling to India themselves.

More than 60 Modi supporters turned up to an event at the Potomac Community Center in Maryland last month, many of them wearing scarves of saffron, a color associated with Hindu nationalism. 

At the event, leaders of the Overseas Friends of BJP listed what they saw as Modi’s achievements since taking office in 2014: developments in infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, technology and education and, more recently, the inauguration of a grand Hindu temple on a contested holy site. 

Attendees were urged to use these as talking points to nudge friends and family in India to vote for Modi, and many stood ready to help.

“Especially when they see me, that I’m from [the] United States, it carries a weight,” said Kanwaljit Soni, OFBJP’s coordinator for the Sikh community, who was planning to travel to India to campaign ahead of the election, which runs from April 19 to June 1. 

It’s a familiar routine for him. During the last election, in 2019, he said, he spent three weeks in India traveling from village to village to encourage people to vote for the BJP.

“I will be going to where my roots are in the different states,” he said.

Aware of the gargantuan task of defeating Modi, the fractured opposition has tried to consolidate into a single coalition by fielding a single candidate against the BJP. But many candidates have already switched to the BJP or backed out of the coalition.

“It’s no longer party versus party. It’s a person against a person, and there is no other credible person with a national stature like Modi,” said Sanjoy Chakravorty, a professor of geography, urban studies and global studies at Temple University in Philadelphia and the author of “The Truth About Us: The Politics of Information From Manu to Modi.”

The opposition has been further constrained by what it says are strong-arm tactics by Modi and his government. Dozens of opposition politicians have been jailed or are under investigation, and there were protests last month when Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi, was arrested in connection with corruption allegations that he denies.

Last month, Modi’s government froze the bank accounts of the main opposition party, the Indian National Congress, in a tax dispute. The party said the move was politically motivated and hindered its ability to campaign.

Modi has said that India’s democracy remains robust and that there is “absolutely no discrimination.” His government says the Congress party fears a historic defeat and that its accounts were frozen because it failed to file tax returns for past donations.  

The Congress party has also tried to mobilize support among Indian Americans with rallies across the U.S., arguing that India cannot afford a third Modi term. 

“Democracy is under an existential crisis in India right now and people are afraid to speak out,” said George Abraham, vice president of the Indian Overseas Congress.

But it is hard to compete with Modi, who experts say has built the narrative of being a “great leader,” his face appearing everywhere in India from outdoor displays to vaccination certificates. That has extended abroad to the Indian diaspora in the U.S., which has never been more passionate about politics at home. 

Modi’s state visit to Washington last year drew a few hundred protesters, but thousands of South Asians also flooded the city’s landmarks, either to support him or just to revel in the historic moment.

“It’s the convergence of the whole nation into a person,” Chakravorty said.

Adapa Prasad, president of Overseas Friends of BJP, said the group aimed to reach almost 50,000 members of the Indian diaspora in the U.S., with the goal of helping Modi and the BJP secure a landslide victory.

And Maryland was just the first stop.

The group planned to hold pre-election rallies in 20 U.S. cities, modeled after Modi’s “Chai Pe Charcha,” or “discussions over tea” — televised programs in which he discusses various issues with citizens and top leaders. 

There are an estimated 4.4 million people of Indian origin living in the U.S., making them the largest Asian American group , according to the Census Bureau. While many are U.S. citizens, barring them from voting in Indian elections, they may still have family links in India.

For those unable to travel to India, there is also the option of campaigning by phone, Prasad said.

People who are “sympathetic to BJP” will call their relatives in India and urge them to vote, he said.

India has a multiparty parliamentary system in which the candidate who receives the most votes in their home constituency wins. The party with the biggest share of candidates in the Legislature gets to pick the prime minister. Even though Modi’s party received 37% of the votes in 2019, it won 303 out of the 543 seats. 

Flanked by almost a dozen party flags, supporters in Maryland chanted “Victory of Mother India” and, “This time, above 400” in Hindi, referring to the BJP’s goal of securing more than 400 seats.

Calling Modi a “sensible leader,” Peeyush Uniyal, who is originally from the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand and now lives in Ellicott City, Maryland, said that “especially from the development point of view, I think it becomes a no-brainer.”

He dismissed concerns about the rise of Hindu nationalism as “overblown.”

Virginia resident Upasana Dhankhar said it was her first time venturing into politics. “It’s the consistency of leadership,” said Dhankhar, a former professor of Indian history.

She moved to the U.S. in 2019, the same year Modi revoked the Indian Constitution’s Article 370, which granted semiautonomous status to Kashmir, India’s only Muslim-majority region. The widely criticized move in the disputed territory was followed by the arrival of thousands of troops and a six-month communications blackout.

“Resolving the Kashmir problem was a big thing,” Dhankhar said, mirroring an argument from a PowerPoint slide titled “Article 370 SCRAPPED.”

The BJP’s campaign in the U.S. was another way of revving up Modi’s global fanbase, Chakravorty said.

“The entire civilization is on the rise,” he said, “and they want to be part of it.”

CORRECTION (April 16, 2024, 1:55 p.m. ET): Because of an editing error, the headline on a previous version of this article misstated Narendra Modi’s position. He is prime minister, not president.

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The world's largest office annexe, the surat diamond bourse building in gujarat, will be inaugurated by prime minister narendra modi on december 17..

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly-built Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) building, the world’s largest office complex , in Gujarat on December 17.

Built at a cost of approximately Rs 3,500 crore, the building spans 67 lakh square feet of floor space and has the capacity to house nearly 4,500 diamond trading offices.

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been extremely active for the past few months and also very busy as the leader has been campaigning for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024 , whose first phase of voting is slated to begin on April 19, 2024. PM Modi has been visiting different states of India and has been addressing the public there, making them believe in the plans of development that the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has worked upon, if they come to power for their third consecutive term. Constantly on the move, PM Modi's next stop is going to be Bihar; he will be addressing public gatherings in Gaya and Purnia where he'll be accompanied by Nitish Kumar among other leaders. Take a look at the complete schedule for PM Modi Bihar visit ...

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As mentioned earlier, PM Modi will be visiting Bihar today, to address the public ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. PM Modi will be speaking at rallies in both Gaya and Purnia district. Take a look at the Prime Minister's full schedule for his visit to Bihar...

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