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NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, AUG 17
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two major National Highway projects worth a combined cost of nearly Rs.11,000 crore at Rohini, Delhi on Sunday.
Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister remarked on the significance of the location, stating that the name of the expressway is “Dwarka,” and the programme is being held at “Rohini.” He highlighted the festive spirit of Janmashtami and noted the coincidence that he himself hails from the land of Dwarkadhish. The Prime Minister observed that the entire atmosphere has become deeply infused with the essence of Lord Krishna.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday underlined the need to transform New Delhi into a ‘Vikas Model’ (development model), saying the national capital should embody the aspirations of a nation determined to become ‘Viksit (developed)’.
He mentioned that the farmers and labourers would be the ones who would get the most benefits from the newly constructed projects. He drew a cultural connection while noting, “The highway is named Dwarka Expressway, the name of the place is Rohini, the occasion is Janmashtami, and by coincidence, I am also from the land of Dwarkadeesh. Poora mahaul bahot Krishnamay ho gaya hai (the entire atmosphere is filled with devotion towards Lord Krishna)”.
Recalling his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on 15th August 2025, where he spoke in detail about the nation’s economy, self-reliance, and self-confidence, the Prime Minister said, “today’s India is defined by its aspirations, dreams, and resolutions—elements that the entire world is now experiencing”. He stated that when the world looks at India and evaluates its progress, its first glance falls upon the national capital, Delhi. Modi emphasized the need to develop Delhi as a model of growth, where everyone can truly feel that this is the capital of a developing and confident India.
Emphasising the importance of the new infrastructure, he said, “Delhi got the connectivity of UER-II and Dwarka Expressway, which will ease the lives of the people of the NCR. Travelling to offices will become easy, and it will save a lot of time. Our farmers, labourers and businessmen will benefit a lot from it.”
Linking the projects to his Independence Day address, PM Modi said India’s economic momentum is being recognised globally. “The entire world knows what the new India is thinking, it is aspiring to be, what its resolutions are. When the world sees India, the first thing they think about is our capital, Delhi. This is why we have to make Delhi a ‘Vikas Model’, which shows that it is the Capital of India, which is aspiring to become ‘Viksit’,” he said.
Reflecting on the government’s efforts over the past 11 years, the Prime Minister said the BJP-led Centre has been “relentlessly” working on multiple fronts to develop Delhi. Citing examples of infrastructure, he added, “Take connectivity, for instance. In the last decade, the connectivity in Delhi-NCR has seen historic progress. From modern and wide expressways to one of the world’s largest metro networks and Namo Bharat. This shows how ease of connectivity has been put in place in Delhi-NCR.”
“To empower India, we must draw inspiration from Chakradhari Mohan, to make India self-reliant, we must follow the path of Charkhadhari Mohan”, exclaimed the Prime Minister urging that “Vocal for Local” should become a life mantra for every citizen.
During the visit, he also interacted with the workers engaged in the construction of the highway section, acknowledging their efforts in shaping the project.
The Prime Minister reviewed the progress of UER-II alongside Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, , Union Ministers of State Ajay Tamta, and Harsh Malhotra.
