Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 30 October 2026 launched development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore in Banaskantha, Gujarat. The initiatives include the inauguration of over 4,000 modern Anganwadis for 4 lakh children and pregnant mothers, and the approval of 12 fruit and vegetable clusters. Additionally, the Prime Minister disbursed over ₹18,000 crore to approximately 10 crore farmers through the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. The release does not say when all infrastructure projects take effect, though some were inaugurated on the day.
Key points
- ₹14,000+ crore spent on development projects in Banaskantha, Gujarat
- Over ₹18,000 crore transferred to about 10 crore farmers via PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
- 4,000+ new Anganwadis inaugurated to benefit 4 lakh children and pregnant mothers
- 12 new clusters approved for crops including tomato, potato, and grapes
- Two new rail services and Ahmedabad Metro expansions initiated
When it applies
Counted from 2026-10-30, dated 30 October 2026.
- Run for Unity
- Unity Festival at Ekta Nagar
Who it affects
- children and pregnant mothers
- farmers