Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on his Manipur visit, assured displaced families of support, appealed for peace, and announced ₹7,300 crore development projects. Here are his top 10 quotes from Churachandpur.
PM Modi’s Visit to Manipur After Two Years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a large gathering in Churachandpur, Manipur, marking his first visit to the state in two years since the 2023 ethnic violence. He called Manipur the land of “courage and determination” and assured people that a “new dawn of hope and progress” was on its way.
Despite heavy rainfall and recent unrest, thousands turned up to hear him, underlining the deep anticipation surrounding his visit. Before the rally, PM Modi met families displaced by ethnic clashes and reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to peace and rehabilitation.
Development Push Worth ₹7,300 Crore
Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stones for multiple projects worth over ₹7,300 crore. These include the Manipur Urban Roads and Drainage Project (₹3,600 crore), five National Highway projects (₹2,500 crore), the Manipur Infotech Development Project, and Working Women Hostels across nine locations.
He also highlighted rail and air connectivity upgrades, including the Jiribam–Imphal railway line (₹22,000 crore) and the new Imphal airport built at a cost of ₹400 crore.
Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Address
Here are the top 10 quotes from PM Modi’s address at Churachandpur that captured the spirit of the occasion:
1. On Manipur’s Courage
“Manipur is the land of courage and bravery. I want to salute the passion of the people of Manipur. All of you came here despite the heavy rain, I want to thank you for your love.”
2. On His Journey by Road
“I am glad that my helicopter couldn’t take off due to bad weather and I had to come by road. On the way, I saw the enthusiasm of people carrying the tricolour. I bow my head in respect to the people of Manipur.”
3. On Connectivity Challenges
“Manipur is a border state. Connectivity has been a challenge for the state. Due to a lack of good roadway connectivity, people here have difficulties and I acknowledge them. Since 2014, the Centre has worked towards addressing this issue.”
4. On Improved Connectivity
“I have given special stress on improving connectivity in Manipur. The growing connectivity is improving facilities for the people of Manipur and increasing employment opportunities for the youth here.”
5. On Meeting Violence Victims
“I met people affected by violence earlier today. After speaking with them I can say that a new dawn of hope and progress is knocking at the door.”
6. On Appeal for Peace
“I appeal to all organisations to move forward on the path of peace, fulfill your dreams, and secure the future of your children. Today, I promise you that I am with you. The Government of India is with you, and the people of Manipur are together.”
7. On Manipur’s Bright Future
“There is ‘Mani’ in the name of Manipur. It is that ‘Mani’ who is going to make the entire Northeast shine in the future. The Government of India has been trying to take Manipur forward in the path of development. A while ago, the foundation stone of projects worth around ₹7,000 crore was laid here.”
8. On Rail and Air Expansion
“During our government’s tenure, rail connectivity has been expanded in Manipur. The Jiribam–Imphal railway line will soon connect the capital, Imphal, to the national rail network. ₹22,000 crore is being spent on this. The new Imphal airport, built at a cost of ₹400 crore, is giving new heights to air connectivity.”
9. On National Growth
“We are going to become the world’s third-largest economy very soon… There was a time when decisions made in Delhi took decades to reach here. Today, our Churachandpur, our Manipur, are progressing together with the rest of the nation.”
10. On Housing for the Poor
“Nearly 60,000 houses have already been built here, giving thousands of families a life of dignity and security. We have started a plan to build permanent houses for the poor across the country, and thousands of families in Manipur have also benefited from this.”
Summary: A Call for Peace and Progress
PM Modi’s Churachandpur address was not just about laying the foundation for infrastructure but also about rebuilding trust and unity in a violence-scarred state. His words carried both an assurance of support for displaced families and a vision of a prosperous future through development and connectivity.
As Manipur continues its path toward recovery, the Prime Minister’s appeal for peace and emphasis on inclusive growth stand as pivotal markers for the state’s journey ahead.