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Prime Minister Modi to Open New Projects in Varanasi and Bhubaneswar
Reported by Faizan Khan (Staff Writer) · The Hindu - National ·
Reported by one source so far
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh and Odisha on Sunday to open several major projects and watch an air show.
Varanasi Events
In Varanasi, the Prime Minister will open a new garment manufacturing factory belonging to Arvind Limited. This project aims to boost textile production and create jobs, especially for women in the region. He will also watch the Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat. This show marks the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force and runs under the theme "Wings over Ganges". Planes and helicopters from the Air Force, Navy, and Army will take part in the display.
Bhubaneswar Projects
Moving to Bhubaneswar, Mr. Modi will launch a new Reserve Bank of India data centre and a cybersecurity training institute. The new data centre meets high global standards and will host critical payment systems for the financial sector. The training school will help build better skills to fight cyber threats in banking and technology.
Context
High-level visits by national leaders to states often combine public welfare and security infrastructure launches with large public events. Regional manufacturing units and secure financial tech hubs form a key part of national economic growth plans. Such visits help highlight local industrial progress alongside national defence milestones.
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