Modi's Rs 400 crore push for Ekta Nagar
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated to the nation development projects worth over Rs 400 crore in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, as part of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.The projects are aimed at boosting infrastructure, tourism and civic amenities in Ekta Nagar, which houses the Statue of Unity.Also Read: PM Modi's Gujarat visit: Rs 14,000-crore projects, Rs 19,000-crore PM-KISAN payout, new trains and Ahmedabad Metro expansion on agendaAmong the projects inaugurated were a sewage and water treatment plant, facade lighting, the upgradation of Narmada Ghat, an IRCTC hotel, and the Rainforest, Unity and Eco Trail.Modi also laid the foundation stone for several projects, including the development of the Gora-Bhandra Road, an integrated zero-waste smart solid waste management project, Khalwani Eco Tourism Development and integrated development at the Cactus and Butterfly Garden.The Prime Minister earlier paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity.The projects were unveiled as part of the annual Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations on October 31, commemorating Patel's birth anniversary.The celebrations also featured the Ekta Parade, showcasing the discipline, professionalism and courage of the Central Armed Police Forces, state police forces and central police organisations. This year's parade placed special emphasis on the security forces' achievements in combating Left-Wing Extremism and the transformation of previously affected areas.Also Read: PM Modi pays floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Statue of Unity on birth anniversaryA special theatrical presentation on Naxal Mukt Bharat, organised by the National School of Drama, featured around 2,000 artists from 126 districts affected by Left-Wing Extremism. The performances depicted the challenges faced by communities in these regions and their transition towards peace, security and development.The celebrations also featured tableaux and cultural performances centred on Vande Mataram, highlighting patriotism, national pride and India's cultural diversity. A grand cultural presentation involving around 5,000 artists from across the country showcased India's classical and folk traditions, music, dance and artistic heritage.
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