PM to lay foundation stone, inaugurate 84 developmental projects in J&K


June 20, 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate and inaugurate 84 projects worth over Rs 1,500 crore in Jammu & Kashmir. The PM will be in the region today and tomorrow.

These inaugurations will encompass projects related to road infrastructure, water supply schemes, and higher education facilities. Additionally, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for projects such as the improvement of the Chenani-Patnitop-Nashri section, the development of industrial estates, and the construction of six government degree colleges.

The Prime Minister will also launch the Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture & Allied Sectors (JKCIP) Project, valued at Rs 1,800 crore. This project will be implemented across 90 blocks in 20 districts of J&K, reaching 300,000 households and benefiting 1.5 million people.

The foundation stone laying, inaugurations, and project launches are expected to empower the youth and significantly upgrade the infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir.

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