(The daily commute will now be much easier than ever before)
TTT NEWS NETWORK
NEW DELHI | 9 MARCH 2026
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated , and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth around ₹33,500 crore in Delhi. Addressing the gathering, “We have all gathered here to give a new momentum to the development of Delhi,” Mr. Modi highlighted.
The scope of these projects is extensive, ranging from the growth of the Metro network to the establishment of modern residential complexes for thousands of government employees. “The people of Delhi, with new hope and a new resolve, formed the double-engine government here a year ago, and its result is visible today in these development works,” Shri Modi emphasized.
Emphasizing that Delhi is the global identity and energy symbol of Indian democracy, the Prime Minister noted that modernizing the capital’s infrastructure and connectivity, such as the Namo Bharat train and the historic expansion of the Metro network to 375 kilometers, is essential for showcasing India’s confidence to the world. “The more modern, convenient, and better connected Delhi becomes, the more strongly India’s self-confidence will be visible to the world,” Mr. Modi remarked.
The Prime Minister emphasized that under the double-engine governance model, every transport facility in the national capital is being systematically upgraded to ensure clean, comfortable, and modern travel for the lakhs of citizens who rely on bus services daily. “While over four thousand electric buses provided by the Centre are already operational, an additional 1,800 new buses have been deployed in the last year alone, including hundreds of ‘Devi Buses’ designed to enhance last-mile connectivity across Delhi’s colonies and neighborhoods”, the PM remarked.
The Prime Minister stated that the government is currently working in mission mode to address the diverse challenges facing the national capital, specifically highlighting how the Peripheral Expressway has successfully diverted lakhs of vehicles that previously had to enter the city. “ A massive initiative for the rejuvenation of the Yamuna River has been launched, with work already underway on projects worth crores of rupees to ensure its cleanliness,”highlighted Mr. Modi.
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