Modi flags off major projects in poll-bound Bengal, 6 stations get Amrit Bharat tag

They are  Kamakhyaguri, Anara, Tamluk, Haldia, Barabhum, and Siuri

He laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various development works worth more than Rs.18,000 crore in state capital Kolkata.

Addressing the gathering the Prime Minister remarked, "Today, from the land of Kolkata, a new chapter of development is being written for West Bengal and Eastern India."

He emphasised that these projects will give new momentum to West Bengal and Eastern India, boost trade and industry, and make life easier for lakhs of people by providing them new opportunities.

Referring to some of the key projects, the Prime Minister noted that the completion of the Kharagpur–Moregram Expressway will accelerate economic activities across many parts of West Bengal. He also mentioned the Dubrajpur Bypass and the major bridges being constructed over the Kangsabati and Shilabati rivers, which will further improve connectivity.

"I congratulate the people of West Bengal and the entire Eastern India for these transformative projects," remarked Modi.

A new express train service between Purulia and Anand Vihar Terminal has also been flagged off.

"This train service will benefit not only the people of West Bengal but also those in Jharkhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi," said Modi.