PM Modi Bihar - West Bengal Live Updates: 'Demography being changed in border areas,' says PM Modi in Kolkata; slams Congress, TMC over 'infiltration' bid

"The atrocities against women in the state have increased. Crime and corruption have become the identity of the TMC government. Till the TMC is in power in the state, there will be no development...The real change will only come when the TMC is removed from power...Criminals and corrupt should be in jail, not in power," he said.

"The BJP believes that until West Bengal develops, the 'yatra' of 'Viksit Bharat' will not be successful...In the past 11 years, the central government has extended every possible help for the development of West Bengal...The money that the central government sends for the development of the state is being looted and is spent on the TMC cadre," he said.

"It is impossible to fulfill the dream of 'Viksit Bharat' without the development of West Bengal, as it is one of the most populous states in India. The BJP believes in 'Bangalar Uday, Tobei Viksit Bharater Jai' (The rise of Bengal leads to the victory of a developed India)," he said.

"Today, when India is moving towards becoming the third largest economy, the role of Dum Dum, Kolkata increases further... This program is a proof that today's India is working for the development of every city. Green mobility efforts are being made in every city; the number of electric charging points and electric buses is being increased... The metro network is being expanded and everyone is proud that India has the third largest metro network in the world," he said.

"Allow me to be a little nostalgic today. As the Railways Minister of India, I was fortunate in planning and sanctioning series of Metro Railway corridors in metropolitan Kolkata. I had drawn the blueprints, arranged the funds, initiated the works and ensured that the different ends of the city ( Joka, Garia, Airport, Sector V, etc) were connected by an intra- city Metro grid," she said.

"Later, as the Chief Minister of West Bengal, I had the additional privilege of taking part in execution of the projects. From the State, I arranged free land, paved roads, arranged rehabilitation of displaced people, removed impediments, and ensured all help in the execution of projects. Our chief secretaries successively held series of coordination meeting to ensure integration of execution agencies. My planning as Railways Minister got fulfilment in my participation in execution. Expanding Metro infrastructure has been a long journey for me. Allow me some nostalgia today," she added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, inaugurated the newly constructed Aunta–Simaria bridge over the River Ganga. The project, a significant milestone in the state’s infrastructure development, will provide direct connectivity between Mokama in Patna district and Begusarai, easing travel and boosting regional trade. The bridge is expected to reduce travel time considerably while strengthening economic and social ties between the two regions.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Bihar governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Union minister Giriraj Singh, and deputy CM Vijay Sinha and Samrat Choudhary. Their presence highlighted the importance of the project for both state and central leadership, underscoring a shared commitment to improving connectivity and accelerating development in Bihar.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects worth around Rs 13,000 crore at Gaya in Bihar.
Before inaugurating these projects, Prime Minister Modi also held a roadshow in the city. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Sinha.

Prime Minister Modi flagged off two trains - Amrit Bharat Express between Gaya and Delhi which will improve passenger convenience with modern facilities, comfort, and safety and Buddhist Circuit Train between Vaishali and Koderma which will give a boost to tourism and religious travel across key Buddhist sites in the region.

The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for a series of urban infrastructure projects worth around Rs 1,260 crore. These include the STP and Sewerage Network at Daudnagar in Aurangabad, and Jehanabad; STP and interception and diversion works at Barahiya in Lakhisarai, and Jamui. Under AMRUT 2.0, he laid the foundation stone of Water Supply Projects at Aurangabad, Bodhgaya and Jehanabad.

These projects will provide clean drinking water, modern sewerage systems, and improved sanitation thereby improving health standards and quality of life in the region.

In a significant development for Bihar's infrastructure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Aunta-Simaria bridge project on NH-31.

A 8.15 km long marvel that includes a 1.86 km long, 6-lane bridge over the Ganga River. Constructed at a cost of over Rs 1,870 crore, this bridge promises to revolutionize connectivity between Mokama in Patna and Begusarai.

The bridge has been constructed parallel to an old 2-lane dilapidated rail-cum-road bridge "Rajendra Setu" which is in poor condition forcing heavy vehicles to re-route.

The new bridge will reduce this extra travel distance of more than 100 km for the heavy vehicles travelling between North Bihar (Begusarai, Supaul, Madhubani, Purnea, Araria etc) and South Bihar areas (Sheikhpura, Nawada, Lakhisarai etc). It will also help reduce issues of traffic jams in other parts of the region due to the detour which these vehicles were forced to take.

It will boost economic growth in the adjoining areas, especially in North Bihar, which are dependent on South Bihar and Jharkhand for getting necessary raw material. It will also provide better connectivity to the famous pilgrimage place of Simaria Dham, which is also the birthplace of famous poet Late Ramdhari Singh Dinkar.

Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated the four-lane Bakhtiyarpur to Mokama section of NH-31, worth around Rs 1,900 crore, which will ease congestion, reduce travel time, and enhance passenger and freight movement.

Further, improvement to the two-lane with paved shoulders of Bikramganj-Dawath-Nawanagar-Dumraon section of NH-120 in Bihar will improve connectivity in rural areas, providing new economic opportunities for the local population.

Strengthening the power sector infrastructure in Bihar, the Prime Minister inaugurated Buxar Thermal Power Plant (660x1 MW) worth around Rs 6,880 crore. It will significantly enhance power generation capacity, improve energy security, and meet the growing electricity demand of the region.

In a major boost to health infrastructure, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre at Muzaffarpur.

The centre includes advanced Oncology OPD, IPD wards, operation theatres, modern lab, blood bank, and a 24-bed ICU (Intensive Care Unit) and HDU (High Dependency Unit). This state-of-the-art facility will provide advanced and affordable cancer care to patients in Bihar and neighbouring states, reducing the need to travel to distant metros for treatment.

Furthering his vision of Swachh Bharat and ensuring Aviral and Nirmal Dhara of river Ganga, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) and Sewerage Network at Munger constructed under Namami Gange worth over Rs 520 crore. It will help reduce pollution load in the Ganga and improve sanitation facilities in the region. (

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bihar visit starts at Gaya, where he is scheduled to inaugurate a 660 MW power project in Buxar, built at a cost of ₹6,880 crore, along with several other development initiatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of the six-lane Kona Expressway in West Bengal today. The 7.2 km elevated road, to be built at a cost of over Rs 1,200 crore, will link Howrah and Kolkata with surrounding rural areas. Once completed, it will save hours of travel time, reduce congestion, and improve trade and tourism opportunities. The project is expected to become a vital corridor for economic activity, enhancing connectivity to Kolkata’s ports and industrial hubs. This marks another step in the government’s push for modern and efficient road infrastructure.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Gaya Ji on Friday to address a rally and launch development projects across Bihar. He laid the foundation stone and inaugurated works worth around ₹13,000 crore in sectors like power, road, health, urban development, and water supply. PM also inaugurated the Aunta–Simaria bridge on the Ganga to boost North–South Bihar connectivity, flagged off the Amrit Bharat Express between Gaya and Delhi, and launched the Buddhist Circuit Train between Vaishali and Koderma.

During his Bihar visit today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Amrit Bharat Express from Gaya to Delhi, offering modern facilities for long-distance travel. He will also inaugurate the Buddhist Circuit Train between Vaishali and Koderma, which is expected to give a major boost to tourism by connecting important Buddhist pilgrimage sites. These initiatives are designed to improve rail connectivity, enhance passenger comfort, and support economic activity linked to tourism. The new trains reflect the government’s vision of expanding modern railway services across the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Muzaffarpur today. Equipped with advanced oncology facilities, IPD wards, operation theatres, modern labs, and a 24-bed ICU, the centre will provide specialised and affordable cancer treatment. Patients from Bihar and neighbouring states will no longer need to travel to distant metros for care. The hospital marks a major boost in Bihar’s healthcare infrastructure and aligns with the government’s commitment to providing quality medical facilities closer to home. This will be a landmark step in strengthening cancer care in eastern India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Rs 6,880 crore Buxar Thermal Power Plant in Bihar today. The 660 MW facility will significantly enhance the state’s electricity generation capacity, providing reliable energy supply to meet rising demands. It is expected to improve energy security, reduce power shortages, and support industrial as well as domestic needs. The project is also seen as a major step in strengthening Bihar’s power infrastructure and ensuring equitable distribution of electricity across urban and rural areas. This plant will play a vital role in driving growth and improving quality of life in the region.

During his visit to Bihar today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Aunta-Simaria six-lane bridge over the Ganga, built at a cost of Rs 1,870 crore. The 8.15 km bridge, constructed parallel to the old Rajendra Setu, will connect Mokama in Patna with Begusarai. It will drastically cut travel distances by over 100 km for heavy vehicles moving between North and South Bihar. The new bridge is expected to reduce congestion, enhance trade and logistics, and provide smoother access to pilgrimage sites such as Simaria Dham. The project highlights the government’s focus on modernising critical road infrastructure.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gaya, Bihar today, where he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate projects worth nearly Rs 13,000 crore. He will address a public gathering and flag off two new trains, including the Amrit Bharat Express connecting Gaya with Delhi and the Buddhist Circuit Train between Vaishali and Koderma. The PM will also inaugurate the Aunta-Simaria six-lane bridge on the Ganga, designed to ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity between North and South Bihar. This ambitious visit is expected to significantly boost infrastructure, transport, and regional development across the state.