PM Modi Arrives in Kerala for Major Infrastructure Launch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kerala on Thursday evening ahead of the official inauguration of the Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport. He was received at Thiruvananthapuram Airport by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Union Minister George Kurian, and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor.
Warm Welcome with Patriotic Chants
A large crowd gathered outside the airport, chanting slogans such as “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Narendra Modi Zindabad” to welcome the Prime Minister. The highly anticipated event marks a significant milestone in India’s maritime infrastructure.
Vizhinjam Port: India’s First Deepwater Transshipment Terminal
On May 2 at 11 AM, PM Modi will officially inaugurate the Vizhinjam Port, built at a cost of ₹8,900 crore. Located about 14 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the port is India’s first deepwater transshipment terminal. Naturally 24 meters deep, it allows large container vessels to dock without dredging, offering a unique advantage over other South Asian ports.
Strategic Importance in Global Maritime Trade
Positioned just 10 nautical miles from international shipping lanes, Vizhinjam Port is poised to become a crucial hub in maritime trade between Europe and Asia. With the first phase of construction completed in December 2024, the official opening now signals the port’s operational readiness.
Shashi Tharoor Welcomes PM Modi, Highlights His Long-Term Involvement
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor shared on social media (formerly Twitter/X) that he arrived from Delhi despite airport chaos to welcome the Prime Minister in his constituency. Tharoor expressed his anticipation for the port’s inauguration, noting his involvement in the project from the beginning.
PM Modi to Visit Andhra Pradesh for Project Launches Worth ₹58,000 Crore
Following the Kerala event, PM Modi will travel to Andhra Pradesh on Friday, where he is set to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate 94 infrastructure-related projects worth ₹58,000 crore in Amaravati, the state capital.
A Milestone Visit for India’s Development Goals
The Kerala and Andhra Pradesh visits mark a significant moment in India’s infrastructure growth, highlighting Modi’s focus on connectivity, trade, and regional development.
