Green Wheels and Growth: PM Modi Unveils ₹1,140 Crore Development Push in Gujarat

During his two-day visit to Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a series of transformative projects on October 30, 2025, in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia. The event began with the flagging off of 25 electric buses, reinforcing India’s commitment to clean transportation. This was followed by the launch and foundation stone-laying of development initiatives totaling ₹1,140 crore.

The projects span eco-tourism, civic infrastructure, and tribal upliftment, all centered around the Statue of Unity region. PM Modi’s visit also coincides with the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, marked by Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations. On October 31, he will pay tribute at the Statue of Unity and interact with civil service trainees at Aarambh 7.0.

Key highlights:

• 25 e-buses flagged off in Ekta Nagar  
• ₹1,140 crore worth of development projects launched  
• Focus areas: eco-tourism, green mobility, tribal development  
• Commemorative coin and stamp released for Sardar Patel’s 150th birth anniversary  
• PM to address Aarambh 7.0 trainees on October 31  

Sources: Economic Times, NewsOnAir, Swarajya Magazine, ET Infra