Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Gujarat on August 25 and 26, 2025, where he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for a series of transformative development projects valued at over Rs 5,400 crore. The initiatives span critical sectors including transport, energy, urban infrastructure, and green mobility, reinforcing the government’s commitment to Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Key Highlights From The Visit
- On August 25, PM Modi will address a public gathering at Khodaldham Ground in Ahmedabad after dedicating multiple infrastructure projects to the nation
- On August 26, he will travel to Hansalpur to flag off Suzuki’s first global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle, the e VITARA, for export to over 100 countries including Japan and Europe
- He will also inaugurate localized production of hybrid battery electrodes at the TDS Lithium-Ion Battery Plant, a joint venture between Toshiba, Denso, and Suzuki
- More than 80 percent of the battery value will now be manufactured within India, marking a major milestone in domestic clean energy innovation
Railway Projects Worth Rs 1,400 Crore
- Doubling of the 65 km Mahesana–Palanpur rail line worth Rs 530 crore
- Gauge conversion of the Kalol–Kadi–Katosan Road and Bechraji–Ranuj rail lines worth Rs 860 crore
- Flagging off of passenger train services between Katosan Road and Sabarmati to improve access to religious destinations
- Launch of car-loaded freight train services from Bechraji to strengthen industrial logistics and employment generation
Road And Transport Infrastructure
- Widening of the Viramgam–Khudad–Rampura road to ease congestion and improve connectivity
- Foundation stone for six-lane vehicle underpasses on the Ahmedabad–Mehsana–Palanpur road
- Railway overbridge construction on the Ahmedabad–Viramgam route to enhance commuter safety and traffic flow
Power Distribution And Urban Development
- Inauguration of power distribution upgrades worth over Rs 1,000 crore in Ahmedabad, Mehsana, and Gandhinagar under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme
- These projects aim to reduce outages, modernize transformer protection, and improve reliability during adverse weather conditions
- Launch of in-situ slum rehabilitation at Ramapir No Tekro under PMAY (U)
- Foundation stone for widening of the Sardar Patel Ring Road and modern sewerage and water management systems around Ahmedabad
Digital Governance And Administrative Efficiency
- Foundation stone for a new Stamps and Registration building in Ahmedabad West to improve citizen services
- Establishment of a State-Level Data Storage Centre in Gandhinagar to enhance digital governance and data security
Strategic Impact And Broader Vision
- The visit underscores India’s push toward self-reliance in electric mobility and battery manufacturing
- Infrastructure upgrades are expected to boost industrial productivity, improve transport efficiency, and generate employment across Gujarat
- The projects reflect a holistic development model integrating urban planning, energy resilience, and digital transformation
Conclusion
Prime Minister Modi’s two-day Gujarat visit marks a significant leap in infrastructure, energy, and mobility. With Rs 5,400 crore worth of projects touching every aspect of public life—from railways and roads to housing and green technology—the state is poised for accelerated growth and deeper integration into India’s national development vision.
Sources: ANI, PM India Website, MSN India, The Hans India, Swarajya Magazine.
