I-Day Bonanza: PM Modi Announces Rs 100 Lakh-Crore Gati Shakti Master Plan

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the Centre will launch Rs 100 lakh-crore Gati Shakti national infrastructure plan to boost the country’s economy. He said this in his address during India’s 75^th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort on Sunday, August 15.

“In the coming days, we will launch the PM Gati Shakti Plan — a 100 lakh-crore national infrastructure master project that will make a foundation for holistic infrastructure and give an integrated pathway to our economy. To further increase our developmental progress, we have to focus on our manufacturing and export,” PM Modi said.

PM Modi praised India’s Olympic contingent during his speech, besides lauding frontline and healthcare workers and Covid warriors. He paid tribute to former leaders of the country, including former PM Jawaharlal Nehru. He unfurled the Tricolour at the Red Fort.

“I would like to begin by conveying greetings on this special occasion of Independence Day. This is a day to remember our great freedom fighters. Be it Vallabhbhai Patel, Lal Bahadur Shastri, or Jawaharlal Nehru, we are thankful to our leaders who brought Independence,” he said.

“The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievement today. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations,” Modi showered praise on Indian athletes who participated in Tokyo.

Around 240 Olympians, support staff, and Sports Authority of India and sports federation officials were present at the Red Fort on Sunday.

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