Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for eight AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) projects worth around Rs. 2,000 crores in Solapur, Maharashtra. The Prime Minister dedicated over 90,000 houses completed under PMAY-Urban in Maharashtra and 15,000 houses of Raynagar Housing Society in Solapur to the nation, benefiting thousands of handloom workers, vendors, power loom workers, rag pickers, Bidi workers, and drivers. He also initiated the distribution of 1st and 2nd instalments to 10,000 beneficiaries of PM-SVANIDHI in Maharashtra during the programme.
The Prime Minister expressed happiness that over one lakh families of Maharashtra are having their ‘Grih Pravesh’ in this moment of devotion. He congratulated the people of the region and entire Maharashtra on the projects launched today and credited the hard work of the people of Maharashtra and the progressive state government’s efforts for the glory of Maharashtra.
The Prime Minister recalled the wish from his childhood days about living in such homes and expressed confidence that the chain of suffering will now break and future generations will not face the same ordeal. He wished for a life full of happiness for everyone and prayed for the prosperity and happiness of the families that are getting new homes today.
Key development initiatives are being launched from Solapur today, which will benefit the citizens. https://t.co/J82WbVNoYu
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 19, 2024
The Prime Minister reiterated the government’s focus on the welfare of the poor and highlighted the importance of dignity of labor, self-reliance workers, and welfare of the poor. He mentioned affordable urban houses and fair rent societies for migrant labourers and made efforts to provide residences near to the place of work.
The Prime Minister compared the city of Solapur with Ahmedabad, highlighting his connection to the city during his time at Purvashram and the Padmashali families who provided food to him even though their living conditions were poor. He pointed out the lack of results of earlier poverty alleviation programs due to the absence of proper intent and middleman pilferage.
The Prime Minister highlighted the government’s efforts to prioritize the welfare of the poor by initiating multiple schemes and emphasized the need to support those 25 crore people who have come out of poverty so they do not fall back below the poverty line anytime in the future.
Prime Minister Modi highlighted the government’s efforts to address poverty and provide social justice by introducing the One Nation One Ration Card, Ayushman Card, and Jal Jeevan mission. He also highlighted the importance of providing economic security for the poor, including life insurance schemes with Rs 2 lakhs cover for accidents and Rs 16,000 crores in insurance for poor families during their time of need.
Modi’s guarantee has become a boon for those without bank guarantees, as the Jan Dhan Yojna connected 50 crore poor with the banking system by opening up bank accounts. He also mentioned that street vendors and hawkers are now being provided bank loans without any guarantee.
Solipur, an industrial city known for its textiles, has the largest MSME cluster for making school uniforms. The PM Vishwakarma Scheme provides loans, training, and modern equipment to Viswakarmas involved in stitching uniforms. The Prime Minister stressed the need to create an Aatmnirbhar Bharat and highlighted the role of small and cottage industries in the mission.
Modi also highlighted India’s potential to be included in the top three economies of the world during the current government’s third term. He credited the double-engine government for continuously improving facilities like water and sewage in cities like Solapur and noted the development work of connecting cities with good roads, railways, and airways.
In conclusion, Modi expressed confidence that citizens will continue to bless the government and congratulated those who received permanent homes.
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