Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Significant Visit: Launching Key Initiatives in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan:

September 25, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a significant visit to Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan today, launching key developmental initiatives and addressing large public gatherings. Inaugurates UP International Trade Show-2025 in Greater Noida The Prime Minister began his day in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, where he inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 (UPITS-2025) at around 9:30 AM. This marks the third edition of the mega trade event, which will run from September 25 to 29. Held under the theme "Ultimate Sourcing Begins Here", UPITS-2025 is showcasing Uttar Pradesh’s rich heritage, growing industrial ecosystem, and entrepreneurial spirit. With over 2,400 exhibitors, the event is expected to attract 1.25 lakh B2B visitors and nearly 4.5 lakh B2C visitors. In a strategic highlight, Russia is participating as the partner country this year, signaling enhanced bilateral cooperation in trade, technology, and innovation. The Russia–India Business Dialogue scheduled for September 26 will bring together top policymakers, industrialists, and financial experts from both nations. One of the main attractions of UPITS-2025 is the One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion, featuring 343 stalls that highlight signature products from each district — including Bhadohi carpets, Moradabad metalware, Firozabad glassware, and Saharanpur woodcraft. This initiative aims to promote local craftsmanship on a global platform while encouraging networking between startups, designers, and international buyers. Mega Infrastructure Push in Rajasthan After wrapping up his engagements in Uttar Pradesh, PM Modi traveled to Banswara, Rajasthan, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth ₹1.22 lakh crore. A major highlight is the launch of the Mahi Banswara Atomic Power Project (4X700 MW) by Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd (ASHVINI), worth around ₹42,000 crore. This nuclear project is set to significantly boost the region’s power generation capacity. In his push for clean energy, the PM also unveiled solar and green energy projects worth ₹19,210 crore, including projects in Phalodi, Jaisalmer, Jalore, and Sikar, and the foundation stone of a new project in Bikaner. Under the Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) initiative, PM Modi laid the foundation for three power transmission projects worth ₹13,180 crore, part of India’s broader goal to install 181.5 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. Further, under the PM-KUSUM scheme, he inaugurated Feeder Level Solarization projects of 3517 MW, valued at over ₹16,050 crore, benefiting farmers in Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka. PM Modi also dedicated multiple road infrastructure projects worth ₹2,630 crore, including flyovers, bridges, and 116 Atal Pragati Path projects to improve connectivity and road safety across key districts like Bharatpur, Barmer, Ajmer, and Dungarpur. Lastly, the Prime Minister flagged off three new trains — including two Vande Bharat Express services between Bikaner–Delhi and Jodhpur–Delhi, and the Udaipur City–Chandigarh Express, significantly enhancing rail connectivity across northern India.

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