Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Modi Uses PRAGATI Review To Target Delays In ₹65,000-Crore Projects

He warns of a double cost that raises outlays, denying citizens timely services.

Overview

  • Chairing the 49th PRAGATI session, the prime minister reviewed eight infrastructure projects spanning mines, railways, water resources, industrial corridors and power.
  • The reviewed works stretch across 15 states and union territories with a combined investment exceeding ₹65,000 crore.
  • He directed central and state officials to institutionalise regular, results-focused reviews to clear bottlenecks and keep timelines on track.
  • He linked on-time delivery to gains in ease of living for people as well as ease of doing business for enterprises.
  • The government highlighted PRAGATI’s ICT-enabled interface as a tool to fast-track projects through real-time coordination between the Centre and states.