Big action by PM Modi in Pragati meeting! Review of projects worth ₹30000 crore, strict warning given to these departments

PM Narendra Modi On PRAGATI 52nd Meeting: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said ‘progress’ While presiding over the 52nd meeting of the NDA, reviewed four major infrastructure projects costing about Rs 30 thousand crores. Special discussions were held on timely implementation of these projects related to roads, power, industrial corridors and metro rail sector, coordination between agencies and resolution of pending issues.

The Prime Minister clearly said that delay in infrastructure projects not only increases the cost, but the public and industries also do not get benefits on time. He directed the ministries and state governments to remove bottlenecks in mission mode and ensure continuous monitoring of projects. Complaints related to TB-free India campaign, cyber crime and digital arrests were also reviewed in the meeting.

Review of projects worth Rs 30 thousand crores

During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed four important infrastructure projects related to roads, power, industrial corridors and metro rail sectors. These projects, costing approximately Rs 30,000 crore, are spread across four states. These projects, which are important from the point of view of economic development, regional connectivity, industrial progress and public welfare, were reviewed with special attention to timelines, coordination between various agencies, resolution of problems and timely completion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said delays in infrastructure projects not only increase costs but also deprive people and industries of timely benefits. He directed the concerned ministries and state governments to resolve the pending issues in mission mode and ensure their continuous monitoring at the highest level.

Emphasis on use of PM Gatishakti portal

The Prime Minister stressed the use of PM Gatishakti National Master Plan for effective planning and time-bound implementation of infrastructure projects. He stressed the need for regular and timely updating of project details, utilities, infrastructure layers, approvals and other regional information on the portal.

He said that the latest ground level situation should be visible on the platform so that blockages can be known in advance and coordination between various agencies can be improved and decisions can be taken based on reliable and real-time data.

TB free India campaign also reviewed

The Prime Minister reviewed the TB Free India campaign and stressed the need to use the latest digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). He suggested constituting a team of NCC cadets and ‘My Bharat’ volunteers for awareness, follow-up of patients and community engagement.

Emphasis on improving digital platforms

The Prime Minister also reviewed complaints related to cyber crime and digital arrests. He expressed concern over the increasing misuse of digital platforms to defraud citizens and said that such cases should be dealt with in a coordinated, sensitive and time bound manner by all concerned agencies.

He said that people should not have to run from one department or agency to another to solve their problems. He also stressed the need for clear accountability, prompt response, better coordination between law enforcement agencies, banks and digital platforms and further strengthening of public awareness campaigns.

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Emphasis on use of PM Gatishakti portal

The Prime Minister said that timely action is of utmost importance to prevent financial loss in cyber fraud cases and restore public confidence. He urged all stakeholders to work together to strengthen prevention, reporting, investigation and grievance redressal mechanisms.

He also said that states should work towards implementing the e-Zero FIR system to ensure speedy registration and response in cyber fraud cases.