On a recent visit to Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and laid the foundation for projects worth ₹3,880 crore aimed at boosting infrastructure, energy, education, safety, and cultural heritage, reinforcing the city’s development while preserving its traditions.

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• ₹980+ crore for roads, flyovers, underpasses, Ring Road bridge
• ₹1,820 crore energy push: 400 KV, 220 KV, 132 KV substations
• ₹775 crore for Varanasi’s power distribution network upgrade
• Redevelopment of ghats, urban beautification, 130 water projects
• ₹345 crore under Jal Jeevan Mission for drinking water
• New colleges, 356 rural libraries, 100 Anganwadis inaugurated
• Smart City renovations in 77 primary schools
• MSME Unity Mall, artisan promotion, solar power initiatives
• ₹105 crore bonus for Banas Dairy milk suppliers
• GI tags distributed for local products like Tabla, Thandai, Barfi