Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid the foundation stone of the Manipur Water Supply Project through video conferencing. On this occasion, Modi said - We have to fight vigorously against Corona, to win. Along with this, the works of development have to be taken forward with full force. The Prime Minister mentioned three 'P' for the North East. Said, "Peace is being established in the North East." The mantra of Peace, Progress, and Prosperity is echoing. "
The Central Government has given funds for this project under the Jal Jeevan Mission. It is estimated to cost Rs 3,054.58 crore. Manipur Governor Najma Heptulla, Chief Minister N Biren Singh, MPs and MLAs also participated in the program.
To summarize 8 important things of Prime Minister's speech ...
1. Dual Challenge
Eastern and North-Eastern India are faced with dual challenges. Heavy rains are causing a lot of damage. Many people have died. Many have to leave the house. The Government of India is constantly trying to meet the needs of all the state governments. The state government is working day and night to control the corona infection in Manipur. The state government took every necessary step, including bringing people back in lockdown. This is the way to help the poor in this time of crisis.
2. Jeevan Dhara along with water stream
It is a big day for millions of colleagues from Manipur, especially for sisters. The festival of Rakhi is about to come, before that the sisters of Manipur will start this very big gift. The water supply project to be completed for 3000 crores will reduce water problems for the people here. For more than 1700 villages, the water that will come out of this project will work as a lifeline. This project has been designed keeping in mind the needs of the next 20-22 years, not only today. Its work did not stop even in lockdown.
3. Everyone's right to ease of living
Ease of living, it is necessary for ease of living. Money may be less, but everyone has the right to ease of living. Especially, the poor are entitled to the tribals. The whole of India, including Manipur, has declared open defecation free. Every family is electrically connected. LPG gas has reached the kitchen of the poorest of the poor. Every village is being connected by a good road. Good homes are being provided to every poor and homeless. There was a big shortage of clean water, to complete it, work is also going on at the mission diversion.
4. Gateway of North East East Asia
Connectivity is directly related to a better life. The connectivity of the North East is necessary for the people of Ease of Living. The North East is a gateway to cultural relationships with East Asia. In 6 years, thousands of crores have been invested in the infrastructure of the entire North East. Efforts have been made to connect the capitals of the North East states with four lanes and villages with major roads. For this, about 3000 km of roads have been prepared. Work on projects of 7000 km is progressing rapidly. There is a huge change in rail connectivity
5. Tourism also benefits from modern infrastructure
Today, there are about 13 operational airports in the North East. Another major work is happening for the North East. There is a big revolution in the area of these land waterways. In the future, the connectivity here will not be limited to the Siliguri corridor. Work is being done on seamless connectivity. The North East is a great symbol of the country's natural and cultural diversity. Aan-Baan-shan is In such a situation, tourism also gets boosted by becoming a modern infra. ”
6. North East towards Aman
The North East has the potential to become the growth engine of the country's growth. Peace is being established here. The mantra of Peace, Progress, and Prosperity is echoing. I heartily thank the citizens of North-East, especially Manipur, that you supported us. The era of violence that has been going on for decades has come to an end. Violence has come to an end in Tripura and Mizoram as well. If better infra, connectivity, and peace all grow together, the possibilities for industries and investment increase. It can become the organic capital of the country.
7. Approval of park for the bamboo industry
Bamboo (bamboo) of the North East has great potential. A park has already been permitted to promote the bamboo industry in the North East. There is also work on making biofuel in Numaligarh. This will greatly benefit the youth, startups. The more active state will benefit. I am confident that Manipur will take full advantage. Our effort is to provide employment opportunities to the youth of Manipur here.
8. Finally mention of Corona
At the end of the speech, the PM also mentioned the Kourna crisis. Said, "We have to keep strengthening the path of growth and trust. There were no interruptions in our dreams. We can work before the deadline. Mothers and sisters bless us like this. The festival of Rakshabandhan is about to come, in such a situation, I request your blessings tack care. The North East is already acting as a role model in cleanliness, but looking at the corona, it is important to give up the habit of two yards, sanitization, and spitting. It is the biggest weapon against Corona. "
What is Manipur Water Supply Project?
The project has been designed to provide tap connections to 2,80,756 households in 1,731 villages in 25 towns and 16 districts of Manipur, homes in the Greater Imphal Planning Area. The central and state governments will together bear the cost. The Center has funded funds to reach 1,42,749 households in 1,185 villages. This is an important project to achieve the goal of 'Har Ghar Jal' by 2024.
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