Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and described the interaction as “highly energising.” The meeting took place soon after the formation of the new Gujarat Council of Ministers and focused on the state’s development roadmap and welfare-oriented governance.
During the meeting, Chief Minister Patel conveyed the commitment of “Team Gujarat” towards ensuring comprehensive development and public welfare across the state. He briefed the Prime Minister on the priorities of the newly constituted cabinet and reiterated the government’s resolve to accelerate growth while strengthening citizen-centric governance.
The discussions also covered the outcomes of the recently held state government Chintan Shibir, where detailed deliberations were carried out on the vision of building a “Viksit Gujarat.” The Chief Minister shared insights from the brainstorming sessions and discussed upcoming development-oriented plans for the state.
Prime Minister Modi provided guidance on Gujarat’s future growth trajectory and governance initiatives. The meeting is seen as significant in aligning the state’s development agenda with national priorities and reinforcing coordinated efforts between the state and central leadership.
Later, in a post on social media platform X, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said that the meeting with Prime Minister Modi was “highly energising.” He said that after the formation of the new cabinet, the discussions focused on Gujarat’s all-round development and public welfare. He added that deliberations held during the Chintan Shibir on the creation of a “Viksit Gujarat” and future development plans were shared with the Prime Minister, and that he received valuable guidance.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister approved the construction of a new bridge over the Sabarmati River at Rinza village in Tarapur taluka of Anand district at an estimated cost of ₹110 crore. The project is expected to provide permanent relief to residents of Rinza, Nabhoi, Pachegam, and Dugari villages, who face recurring connectivity issues during the monsoon.
The sanctioned amount includes land acquisition, hydraulic surveys, soil investigation, detailed design, and construction of the bridge and approach road. Once completed, the project is expected to ensure all-weather connectivity, improve vehicular movement, support agricultural and allied economic activities, and enhance ease of living for local residents.
-IANS
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