Churachandpur, Manipur, September13, 2025:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹7,300 crore today. The works cover urban roads, drainage, asset-management, infotech, and infrastructure improvements.
The key projects include:
- Manipur Urban Roads, Drainage, and Asset Management Improvement Project (over ₹3,600 crore)
- Five National Highway projects (costing more than ₹2,500 crore)
- Manipur Infotech Development Project
- Working Women’s Hostels at nine locations among other social infrastructure works
During his speech, PM Modi called Manipur “a land of courage and bravery.” He thanked locals for gathering despite heavy rain. He said his helicopter couldn’t land safely because of the weather, so he chose to travel by road.
He expressed how deeply moved he was seeing youth and elders carrying the Tiranga (Indian flag) in difficult conditions. Modi described the scene as unforgettable.
His visit is seen as significant, since it is his first to Manipur after the 2023 ethnic violence. He met displaced persons and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to inclusive growth and healing.
Key Takeaways
- Modi commits over ₹7,300 crore for development in Churachandpur covering roads, NHs, women’s hostels, and IT infrastructure.
- Projects are meant to boost connectivity, public infrastructure and livelihoods in the region.
- The Prime Minister acknowledges local hardships due to weather and unrest, and hails citizens’ resilience.
- Visit emphasizes reconciliation after ethnic violence and a focus on inclusive development.