PM inaugurates developmental projects worth over Rs 13,500 crore in Telangana

Mahbubnagar, Telangana, October 1, 2023 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated several transformative projects worth more than Rs 13,500 crore in Mahbubnagar, Telangana. These projects spanned various sectors, including roads, railways, petroleum, natural gas, and higher education. During the event, the Prime Minister also launched a train service via video conferencing.

Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the festive season’s arrival and emphasised the significance of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, recently passed in Parliament, which celebrates the spirit of Shakti Puja ahead of Navratri.

The Prime Minister expressed his delight in inaugurating road connectivity projects that promise to transform the region. Notably, the Nagpur-Vijayawada Economic Corridor is expected to enhance transportation and trade across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra. This initiative is set to boost trade, tourism, and industry in these states, with key economic hubs, including eight Special Economic Zones, five Mega food parks, four fishing seafood clusters, three pharma and medical clusters, and one textiles cluster identified along the corridor. This development is anticipated to create numerous opportunities for the youth in districts like Hanamkonda, Mahabubabad, Warangal, and Khammam.

Prime Minister Modi stressed the importance of rail and road connectivity for landlocked Telangana, allowing goods manufactured in the state to reach ports efficiently. Several significant economic corridors pass through Telangana, connecting the state to the East and West Coasts. The Suryapet-Khammam section of the Hyderabad-Visakhapatnam corridor is expected to facilitate this connectivity, as well as reduce logistics costs for industries and businesses. Additionally, the railway line construction between Jaklair and the Krishna section will be a vital development for the region.

During the event, Prime Minister Modi announced the establishment of the National Turmeric Board by the Central Government, aimed at benefiting turmeric farmers in Telangana. This board will focus on enhancing value addition within the supply chain and improving infrastructure for farmers.

Turning his attention to the energy sector, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the government’s commitment to securing energy for both industries and households. He cited the substantial increase in the number of LPG cylinders, from 14 crores in 2014 to 32 crores in 2023, as well as recent reductions in gas prices. The Hassan-Cherlapalli LPG Pipeline Project, a critical component of energy security in the region, was inaugurated during the event. Additionally, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the Multiproduct Petroleum Pipeline, which will run from Krishnapatnam to Hyderabad, creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs in Telangana.

Furthermore, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated multiple buildings at the Hyderabad Central University, which has been granted the status of an ‘Institution of Eminence’ by the Central Government. He announced the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Mulugu district, named after the revered tribal goddesses Sammakka-Sarakka, with an estimated expenditure of Rs 900 crore. He congratulated the people of Telangana for this.

The event was attended by dignitaries including Tamilisai Soundararajan, Governor of Telangana, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, and Member of Parliament Bandi Sanjay Kumar, among others.

Highlights                                                                                                                                                                                                                  As part of efforts to enhance modern road infrastructure across the country, multiple road projects were initiated during the event. Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation stone for key road projects within the Nagpur-Vijayawada Economic Corridor, including a 108 km long ‘four-lane access-controlled Greenfield highway from Warangal to Khammam section of NH-163G’ and a 90 km long ‘four-lane access-controlled greenfield highway from Khammam to Vijayawada section of NH-163G.’ These projects, with a combined cost of approximately Rs 6400 crores, are expected to reduce travel distances and improve connectivity.

A road project, ‘four laning of 59 km long Suryapet to Khammam section of NH-365BB,’ was also dedicated to the nation. Built at a cost of about Rs 2,460 crore, this project is part of the Hyderabad – Visakhapatnam Corridor under Bharatmala Pariyojana.

During the event, the Prime Minister inaugurated ’37 Kms of Jaklair – Krishna New Railway Line,’ which connects the backward district of Narayanpet to the railway network for the first time. He also flagged off the inaugural Hyderabad (Kacheguda) – Raichur – Hyderabad (Kacheguda) train service, connecting various districts in Telangana and Karnataka, benefiting students, daily commuters, labourers, and the local handloom industry.

Additionally, the foundation stone and inauguration of vital oil and gas pipeline projects were performed during the event. These include the ‘Hassan-Cherlapalli LPG Pipeline Project’ and the ‘Multiproduct Petroleum Pipeline of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) from Krishnapatnam to Hyderabad (Malkapur).’ These projects are aimed at providing efficient and eco-friendly transportation and distribution of LPG and petroleum products in the region.

Lastly, the Prime Minister inaugurated new buildings at the University of Hyderabad, enhancing the infrastructure and facilities available to students and faculty.