PM Modi Chairs PRAGATI Meeting, Reviews Rs. 62,000 Crore Infrastructure Projects; Emphasizes Timely Completion, RERA Compliance, and Semiconductor Growth.
New Delhi:
In a decisive push for improved governance and accelerated development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the latest edition of the PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) meeting earlier today. The high-level virtual platform brought together top officials from the Central and State governments to fast-track critical infrastructure projects and policy issues.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed three mega infrastructure projects spanning sectors such as Road Transport, Power, and Water Resources, with a combined value exceeding Rs. 62,000 crore. These projects are spread across multiple states and union territories and are deemed strategically vital for the country’s long-term socio-economic development.
PM Modi emphasized the urgent need to address implementation delays, stating that project setbacks result not only in escalated costs but also in the deprivation of essential services to citizens. He underscored the importance of efficiency, accountability, and timely execution, instructing officials to remove bottlenecks swiftly and ensure that projects are delivered as planned.
“Timely completion is not just an administrative benchmark; it is a lifeline for citizens who rely on these infrastructures for everyday needs and economic opportunities,” the Prime Minister asserted.
Focus on Real Estate Transparency and Grievance Redressal
Another key agenda item was the status of public grievances under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA). PM Modi stressed the importance of ensuring justice and fairness for homebuyers, directing States to mandate the registration of all eligible real estate projects under RERA.
He further highlighted the need for faster and more transparent grievance redressal mechanisms, suggesting that consistent delays undermine public confidence and delay legal recourse for aggrieved homebuyers.
“Compliance with RERA is not optional. It is essential for rebuilding trust in India’s housing sector,” he emphasized.
Spotlight on Semiconductor Ecosystem
Recognizing the strategic importance of technological self-reliance, the Prime Minister also reviewed best practices related to India’s growing semiconductor ecosystem. Lauding efforts under the National Semiconductor Mission, he encouraged broader replication of these practices across other States and UTs to drive innovation and investment in the electronics sector.
“India’s semiconductor ecosystem has the potential to be a global game-changer. We must build on the momentum by fostering best-in-class infrastructure and talent,” PM Modi noted.
PRAGATI’s Track Record
With this meeting, PRAGATI has so far facilitated the review of 373 projects worth around Rs. 20.64 lakh crore. The platform continues to serve as a vital mechanism for breaking inter-departmental silos and fast-tracking policy and project execution.
The Prime Minister concluded the meeting by reiterating his government’s commitment to citizen-centric governance, urging all departments to remain proactive, transparent, and performance-oriented.
