PM Modi Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Projects Worth Rs. 9,000 Crore in Mizoram; Marks Aizawl’s Entry on India’s Railway Map.
Aizawl, Mizoram:
In a landmark event for the North East region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth over Rs. 9,000 crore in Aizawl, Mizoram, spanning key sectors such as railways, roadways, energy, education, and sports.
Speaking via video conferencing due to adverse weather conditions, the Prime Minister paid his respects to Pathian, the Supreme God of Mizoram, and expressed regret for not being able to attend the event in person. He highlighted the historic significance of the day as Aizawl is now officially on India’s railway map with the inauguration of the Bairabi–Sairang rail line, built at a cost of over Rs. 8,000 crore. He also flagged off three new express trains connecting Mizoram with Delhi, Guwahati, and Kolkata.
Calling the moment a “historic day for the nation,” Modi emphasized Mizoram’s growing role in the Act East Policy and the emerging North East Economic Corridor, saying the region is becoming the growth engine of India.
Modi also highlighted the government’s commitment to infrastructure and connectivity, mentioning projects like the Aizawl Bypass, the Chhimtuipui River Bridge, new LPG bottling plant, and multiple roads under PM-DevINE and NESIDS schemes.
On economic reforms, he underlined the NextGen GST, which he said has lowered taxes on many essentials, easing the burden on families. “India’s economy grew 7.8% in Q1 2025–26, making us the fastest-growing major economy,” he noted.
The Prime Minister lauded Mizoram’s contribution to sports and education and inaugurated Eklavya Model Residential Schools, a Khelo India Indoor Sports Hall, and other social infrastructure aimed at empowering youth.
The event was also attended by Governor V.K. Singh, Chief Minister Lalduhoma, and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, among others.
Modi concluded by affirming the government’s dedication to inclusive development and expressed confidence in Mizoram’s vital role in building a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).
