PM Modi Reviews ₹16,000 Cr Projects; Ahmedabad Station Focus
PM Modi chairs the 54th PRAGATI meeting to review ₹16,000 crore worth of infrastructure, including Ahmedabad railway station redevelopment.
In a massive push for national infrastructure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 54th PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) meeting on October 28, 2026. During the session, the Prime Minister reviewed a vast portfolio of projects valued at over ₹16,000 crore, spanning across 31 States and Union Territories.
Focus on Railway Station Redevelopment
A major highlight of the meeting was the focus on modernizing the railway network. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to accelerate the redevelopment of railway stations, transforming them into advanced multimodal transport hubs. A specific project under review was the redevelopment of the Ahmedabad railway station, aimed at enhancing connectivity and passenger facilities.
Boosting Pharma and Local Commerce
The Prime Minister also addressed critical sectors such as pharmaceuticals and local entrepreneurship to ensure national growth:
- Pharmaceutical Self-Reliance: To boost domestic production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and essential inputs, the Prime Minister reviewed the progress of Bulk Drug Parks located in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Himachal Pradesh.
- Ekta Malls: The development of Ekta Malls was highlighted as a priority to empower local artisans. These malls are intended to integrate local businesses with the tourism sector, creating new employment opportunities in rural production, packaging, and logistics.
Ensuring Accountability and Timely Execution
To ensure that these large-scale projects translate into real-world benefits, the Prime Minister directed Chief Secretaries to foster a culture of clear accountability and timely execution. He further instructed Chief Secretaries to conduct monthly meetings with District Magistrates to identify and resolve implementation bottlenecks, ensuring that government schemes effectively reach all intended beneficiaries.