PM Modi to inaugurate Chennai's new integrated terminal building and other projects worth thousands of crores

In preparation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Chennai on April 8, the Greater Chennai Police has prohibited flying drones within police limits from 6 am to 10 pm. The ban is implemented to ensure the safety and security of the Prime Minister and the public during the visit.

Inauguration of New Integrated Terminal Building of Chennai International Airport

One of the highlights of PM Modi's visit is the inauguration of the New Integrated Terminal Building (Phase-1) of Chennai International Airport. Developed at a cost of Rs 1,260 crore, the new terminal building incorporates traditional Tamil features such as the Kolam, Saree, Temples, and other elements that highlight the natural surroundings. This new addition will increase the passenger capacity of the airport from 23 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) to 30 MPPA.

Railway Projects and Inaugurations

PM Modi will also be flagging off the Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express at the MGR Chennai Central Railway Station. Additionally, he will flag off a DEMU service from Thiruthuraipoondi to Agasthiyampalli and inaugurate the 37 km gauge conversion section between Thiruthuraipoondi and Agasthiyampalli. These projects are expected to benefit commuters from Coimbatore, Tiruvarur, and Nagapattinam districts.

125th Anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna Math

PM Modi will participate in the celebrations of the 125th Anniversary of Sri Ramakrishna Math in Chennai. Sri Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission are spiritual organizations that engage in various forms of humanitarian and social service activities.

Road Projects Worth Thousands of Crores

In the evening, PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of road projects worth about Rs 3,700 crore at the public program at Alstrom cricket ground in Chennai. These projects include the inauguration of a 7.3-km long elevated corridor in Madurai, a 24.4-km long four-lane road of National Highway 785, and the foundation stone for the construction of road projects of National Highway-744. The latter is worth more than Rs 2,400 crore and will boost inter-state connectivity between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It is expected to ensure a convenient journey for pilgrims visiting Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, Andal Temple in Srivilliputhur, and Sabarimala in Kerala.