Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Yellow Line of Bangalore Metro worth around INR 7,160 crore and laid the foundation stone of Bangalore Metro Phase-3 project worth over INR 15,610 crore in Bengaluru, Karnataka today. He also flagged off three Vande Bharat Express trains at KSR Railway Station, Bengaluru.

Metro Infrastructure Development

The Prime Minister announced the commencement of the Yellow Line of Bangalore Metro from RV Road to Bommasandra, which will connect several key areas of Bengaluru. Travel time between Basavanagudi and Electronic City will now be significantly reduced, enhancing ease of living and ease of working for lakhs of people.

Alongside the inauguration of the Yellow Line, the foundation stone for Bangalore Metro's Phase Three, the Orange Line has also been laid. Once operational, the Orange Line, in conjunction with the Yellow Line, will facilitate daily travel for 25 lakh passengers. This will empower Bengaluru's transport system and elevate it to new heights.

Modi highlighted that Bangalore Metro has introduced a new model for public infrastructure development in the country. Companies like Infosys Foundation, Biocon, and Delta Electronics have provided part-funding for several key metro stations. He praised this innovative use of CSR as a source of inspiration and extended congratulations to the corporate sector for their contribution.

Railway Connectivity Expansion

Three new Vande Bharat Express trains were flagged off, connecting different parts of the country. The commencement of Vande Bharat service between Bengaluru and Belagavi will boost trade and tourism in Belagavi. Additionally, Vande Bharat Express trains were launched between Nagpur and Pune, and between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Amritsar. These services will benefit lakhs of devotees and promote tourism.

Economic Growth and Infrastructure Achievements

Modi stated that India is currently the fastest-growing major economy in the world. In the past eleven years, India's economy has risen from the 10th position to the top five globally, and is rapidly progressing toward becoming one of the top three economies. He attributed this momentum to the spirit of "Reform, Perform and Transform," driven by clear intent and honest efforts.

Reflecting on infrastructure growth, the Prime Minister recalled that in 2014, metro services were limited to just five cities. Today, metro networks span over 1,000 kilometers across 24 cities, making India the third-largest metro network globally. Prior to 2014, only about 20,000 kilometers of railway routes had been electrified. In the last eleven years alone, more than 40,000 kilometers of railway routes have been electrified.

In 2014, India had only 74 airports, and today, the number has increased to over 160. The Prime Minister also pointed out progress in waterway infrastructure, stating that in 2014, only three national waterways were operational; this number has now risen to thirty.

Education and Healthcare Expansion

Modi highlighted significant leaps in the health and education sectors. Until 2014, the country had only 7 AIIMS and 387 medical colleges, while today, 22 AIIMS and 704 medical colleges are serving the people. In the past 11 years, over one lakh new medical seats have been added across the country, greatly benefiting middle-class children with increased opportunities.

In the last 11 years, the number of IITs has increased from 16 to 23, IIITs from 9 to 25, and IIMs from 13 to 21. Students now have access to significantly more opportunities in higher education.

Housing and Social Development

Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, over 4 crore pucca houses have been provided. The government is now set to construct 3 crore more houses. In just 11 years, more than 12 crore toilets have been built across the country, granting dignity, cleanliness, and safety to crores of mothers and sisters.

Export Growth and Manufacturing

Before 2014, India's total exports had reached only USD 468 billion whereas today, that figure has risen to USD 824 billion. Earlier, India used to import mobile phones, but now, the country is among the top five exporters of mobile handsets, with Bengaluru playing a significant role in this transformation.

Before 2014, India's electronics exports stood at approximately USD 6 billion, which has now increased to nearly USD 38 billion. Eleven years ago, India's automobile exports stood at approximately USD 16 billion; today, that figure has more than doubled, making India the fourth-largest automobile exporter globally.

Technology and Digital India

Modi emphasized that the journey to a Viksit Bharat will move forward hand in hand with Digital India. Through initiatives like the India AI Mission, India is advancing toward global AI leadership. The Semiconductor Mission is also gaining momentum, and India will soon have its own Made-in-India chip.

India has become a global example of low-cost, high-tech space missions and is progressing in all areas of futuristic technology. Digitization has now reached every village in the country. Through UPI, India accounts for over 50% of the world's real-time transactions.

Operation Sindoor and Defense Capabilities

This was Modi's first visit to Bengaluru following Operation Sindoor. He highlighted the success of Indian forces in Operation Sindoor, noting their capability to destroy terrorist hideouts deep across the border. He emphasized India's strength in forcing Pakistan, who came to defend the terrorists, to its knees within hours. The entire world has witnessed this new face of New India, with the success attributed to the power of technology and the strength of Make in India in the defense sector.

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