NewzVille Desk
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth around Rs 40,000 crore in Purnea, Bihar today.
Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said that Purnea is the land of Maa Puran Devi, Bhakt Prahlad, and Maharshi Mehi Baba.
Modi highlighted that this soil has given birth to literary giants like Phanishwarnath Renu and Satinath Bhaduri.
He further noted that it has been the karmabhoomi of dedicated karmayogis like Vinoba Bhave and reiterated his deep reverence for this land.
PM Modi said that these projects—spanning railways, airports, electricity, and water—will serve as a means to fulfill the aspirations of Seemanchal.
He stated that over 40,000 beneficiaries have received permanent housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
The Prime Minister remarked that today marks a new beginning in the lives of these 40,000 families.
He noted that entering a permanent home before Dhanteras, Diwali, and Chhath Puja is a matter of great fortune. He extended his congratulations and best wishes to all these families.