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Modi inaugurates developmental projects in Arunachal
Itanagar, Feb 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated several developmental projects during his one-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh, including two airports, a tunnel and a film institute.
Following his arrival, Modi laid the foundation stones for the construction of the greenfield airport at Hollongi, the Sela Tunnel and a permanent campus of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII).
He also launched a new dedicated Doordarshan Channel for Arunachal Pradesh – DD Arun Prabha – and inaugurated a 110 MW Pare Hydroelectric Plant along with the upgraded Tezu Airport and 50 health and wellness centres in the hill state.
Modi addressed a huge public rally at the IG Park here, urging people to see what the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government at the Centre has done in the Northeast in the last four-and-a-half years compared to the last 55 years.
“Our government after coming to power, have taken up developmental works. I believe that we can build a strong and better India only when we develop the northeastern region,” said Modi.
He said that the Centre has already sanctioned Rs 44,000 crore to Arunachal Pradesh.
“I am happy to inaugurate the two airports today. Never before in the history of Arunachal Pradesh, two airports were inaugurated in a single day.
“The two airpors will help bring more tourists to the state and help the youths with employment opportunities.
“In absence of airports, people from Arunachal Pradesh had to go to Guwahati by road. These airports will provide direct flight connectivity to the people of the state,” the Prime Minister said, adding that his government has also sanctioned seven surveys for railway line extension, out of which three have been completed.
Modi said that Centre also approved projects to produce 850 MW of power which will benefit the region.
Modi arrived in Guwahati on Friday evening. On his way to the Raj Bhavan from the airport, protesters demonstrating against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill waved black flags.
While leaving from the Raj Bhavan on Saturday morning to depart for Arunachal Pradesh, a group of students again waved black flags at the Prime Minister.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.