Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Jharsuguda visit on September 22, would dedicate five people welfare and economically important projects. The projects are a Nuakhai gift for the people of whole western Odisha, said Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday.
Pradhan , who visited Jharsuguda on the day to review the arrangements for the Prime Minister’s visit, said the Prime Minister during his visit would inaugurate the new Jharsuguda airport. Under the Udan scheme Jharsuguda would be connected with Bhubaneswar and Raipur by flight services.
Besides, two coalmines and a railway line would also be inaugurated by the Prime Minister. After the completion of the official programmes, the Prime Minister would address a public meeting, informed Pradhan .
Answering queries of mediapersons, he said that till the development of western Odisha, inclusive growth can’t be imagined for the State. Indigo and Spicejet would operate their flights to Odisha. By air services to prominent cities, the area’s economy would get a boost, said Pradhan.