**Executive Summary**
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects in Delhi, worth approximately ₹33,500 crore. These projects aim to strengthen infrastructure, improve connectivity, and enhance the quality of life for Delhi's residents. The document also details the launch of a campaign to provide PM SVANidhi Credit Cards to street vendors, enabling them to access financial tools. All mentioned activities are associated with International Women's Day celebrations.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Infrastructure Development and Connectivity**
* Inauguration and foundation stone laying for development projects worth approximately ₹33,500 crore in Delhi.
* Projects are aimed at building a modern and "Viksit Delhi" by strengthening infrastructure and improving connectivity.
* A new metro section has been inaugurated, expected to provide major convenience to lakhs of people, particularly those in East and North-East Delhi.
* The expansion of the Metro network to 375 kilometers is considered essential for showcasing India's confidence globally.
* Systematic upgrading of transport facilities, including the deployment of over 4,000 electric buses and an additional 1,800 new buses in the past year, including "Devi Buses" for last-mile connectivity.
* Work is underway on projects worth crores of rupees for the rejuvenation of the Yamuna River.
* Modern residential complexes have been inaugurated for government employees.
**Social and Economic Empowerment**
* Highlighting the role of "Nari Shakti" (women power) in driving India's empowerment narrative across various fields.
* Commemorating International Women's Day by sharing the achievement of creating 3 crore "Lakhpati Didis" and empowering over 10 crore women through Self-Help Groups.
* Government's focus on providing access to capital, banking, and training for women to achieve financial independence.
* Launch of a campaign to provide PM SVANidhi Credit Cards to street vendors to facilitate financial inclusion and move them away from high-interest informal loans.
* Approximately 2 lakh street vendors in Delhi have received over ₹350 crore in financial assistance through the PM SVANidhi Yojana.
* Establishment of several Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, providing free medical treatment and healthcare benefits to the poor and middle class.
**Governance and National Image**
* Delhi's development is linked to the image of the entire country and its global identity as an energy symbol of Indian democracy.
* The current development model focuses on immediate action and tangible results, ensuring swift transition from planning to execution.
* Addressing challenges facing the national capital, including the success of the Peripheral Expressway in diverting traffic.
* A grievance was expressed regarding alleged disrespect shown to the President of India during a visit to West Bengal.
* Description of Delhi as a historic city witnessing a transformative era defined by the self-confidence of a "New India."
* Call for collective work towards fulfilling national resolutions and a spirit of harmony and national pride.
**Impact Analysis**
**People of Delhi (Residents)**
* **Impact:** Enhanced ease of living, improved daily commute, greater convenience due to new metro sections, access to modern transport, and improved healthcare services.
* **Action Required:** Utilize the new metro services and healthcare facilities.
**Street Vendors**
* **Impact:** Access to financial tools through credit cards, enabling financial independence and moving away from informal loans. Potential for business growth.
* **Action Required:** Avail the PM SVANidhi Credit Cards for their needs and business requirements.
**Government Employees**
* **Impact:** Provision of safe, clean, and convenient living conditions through new residential complexes.
* **Action Required:** Take possession of and reside in the newly constructed modern homes.
**Women of India**
* **Impact:** Increased empowerment through financial independence, access to capital, and business support via Self-Help Groups and initiatives like "Lakhpati Didis."
* **Action Required:** Continue to participate in and benefit from government empowerment programs.
**General Public / Citizens of India**
* **Impact:** Contribution to the nation's image and confidence through Delhi's development, participation in national resolutions, and benefit from broader economic and social progress.
* **Action Required:** Work collectively towards the fulfillment of national resolutions and national pride.
Key Entities Referenced
PM SVANidhi Yojana: A scheme providing credit cards to street vendors for financial assistance and inclusion.
Namo Bharat train: A train service mentioned in the context of modernizing Delhi's infrastructure and connectivity.
Ayushman scheme: A healthcare scheme implemented in Delhi providing free medical treatment.
Delhi: The primary location for the development projects and policy discussions.
Peripheral Expressway: An infrastructure project mentioned for diverting traffic from the city.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates ,
lays the foundation stone of multiple
development projects worth around ₹33,500
crore in Delhi
We are committed to building a modern and Viksit Delhi; The
projects launched today will strengthen infrastructure,
improve connectivity and enhance the ease of living for
people of the city: PM
India's ‘Nari Shakti’ is moving forward with a new energy in
every field: PM
The development of Delhi is not just the development of one
city; it is linked to the image of the entire country: PM
The new metro section started today will provide major
convenience to lakhs of people in the capital specially for the
people of East and North-East Delhi, the daily commute will
now be much easier than ever before: PM
The government has launched a campaign to provide PM
SVANidhi Credit Cards for our street vendor companions;
Now they will have a credit card in their own pocket, which
they will be able to use according to their needs: PM
Posted On: 08 MAR 2026 3:18PM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated , and laid the foundation stone of multiple
development projects worth around ₹33,500 crore in Delhi. Addressing the gathering, “Today, we have all
gathered here to give a new momentum to the development of Delhi,” Shri Modi highlighted.
The scope of these projects is extensive, ranging from the growth of the Metro network to the
establishment of modern residential complexes for thousands of government employees. “The people of
Delhi, with new hope and a new resolve, formed the double-engine government here a year ago, and its
result is visible today in these development works,” Shri Modi emphasized.Celebrating International Women’s Day at the event, the Prime Minister lauded the massive presence of
women and highlighted how their strength and self-confidence are driving India’s empowerment narrative
across politics, science, and sports under the successful leadership of the state government. “Whether it is
politics, administration, science, sports, or social service, India’s Nari Shakti is moving forward with a
new energy in every field,” Shri Modi highlighted.
Emphasizing that Delhi is the global identity and energy symbol of Indian democracy, the Prime Minister
noted that modernizing the capital’s infrastructure and connectivity, such as the Namo Bharat train and the
historic expansion of the Metro network to 375 kilometers, is essential for showcasing India's confidence
to the world. “The more modern, convenient, and better connected Delhi becomes, the more strongly
India's self-confidence will be visible to the world,” Shri Modi remarked.
The Prime Minister emphasized that under the double-engine governance model, every transport facility
in the national capital is being systematically upgraded to ensure clean, comfortable, and modern travel for
the lakhs of citizens who rely on bus services daily. “While over four thousand electric buses provided by
the Centre are already operational, an additional 1,800 new buses have been deployed in the last year
alone, including hundreds of 'Devi Buses' designed to enhance last-mile connectivity across Delhi’s
colonies and neighborhoods”, Shri Modi remarked.
The Prime Minister stated that the government is currently working in mission mode to address the
diverse challenges facing the national capital, specifically highlighting how the Peripheral Expressway has
successfully diverted lakhs of vehicles that previously had to enter the city. “ A massive initiative for the
rejuvenation of the Yamuna River has been launched, with work already underway on projects worth
crores of rupees to ensure its cleanliness,” , Highlighted Shri Modi.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the government is dedicated to continuously improving the quality of
life in the capital, specifically highlighting the establishment of several Ayushman Arogya Mandirs over
the past year. PM Modi noted that with the implementation of the Ayushman scheme in Delhi, both the
poor and the middle class are now accessing free medical treatment and significant healthcare benefits.
Highlighting a new era of efficiency,Shri Modi stated , “ The current development model focuses on
immediate action and tangible results, ensuring that projects are swiftly transitioned from planning to
ground-level execution”.
Reflecting on his visit to Sarojini Nagar prior to the event, the Prime Minister highlighted the inauguration
of modern residential complexes specifically designed for government employees. PM Modi emphasized,
“ Those who work tirelessly to fulfill the nation's resolutions deserve safe, clean, and convenient living
conditions, which is the driving force behind these new infrastructure projects.” With thousands of flats
handed over to beneficiaries today, Shri Modi expressed his firm belief that these modern homes would
usher in a new era of happiness and aspiration for the nation’s "Karmayogis."
The Prime Minister emphasized that welfare schemes are reaching every household, from rural villages to
urban centers, specifically benefiting poor families, farmers, and laborers. PM Modi highlighted the
transformative impact of the ‘PM SVANidhi Yojana’, noting that in Delhi alone, nearly 2 lakh street
vendors have received over ₹350 crore in financial assistance, moving them away from high-interest
informal loans toward formal banking. Marking a historic shift in financial inclusion, the Prime Minister
noted that credit card facilities, once reserved for the affluent, are now being extended to street vendors to
empower their small businesses. “The SVANidhi credit card is becoming a new medium of self-respect for
the poor, ensuring that those who were once marginalized are now empowered with modern financial
tools,” Shri Modi highlighted.Commemorating International Women’s Day, the Prime Minister shared the landmark achievement of
fulfilling the national resolve to create 3 crore "Lakhpati Didis," highlighting that over 10 crore women
are now empowered through Self-Help Groups (SHGs). PM Modi noted that by providing these women
with access to capital, banking systems, and specialized training, the government has enabled them to
achieve financial independence and bolster the rural economy. “The success of our sisters has inspired a
new resolution to create 3 crore more Lakhpati Didis, and I am confident that with the blessings of our
Nari Shakti, this goal will be achieved,” Shri Modi asserted.
Expressing deep concern over recent events in West Bengal, the Prime Minister shared a grievance
regarding the alleged disrespect shown by the state government toward the President of India, Smt.
Droupadi Murmu, during her visit to a traditional Santal tribal festival. Invoking ancient wisdom on the
downfall of the arrogant, he asserted that such politics of ego would ultimately be rejected by the citizens
of the state. “The boycott and mismanagement of the President’s program is an insult to the Constitution
and every daughter of this nation, and the people will never forgive this arrogance of power,” Shri Modi
highlighted.
Concluding his address, the Prime Minister described Delhi as a historic city that is currently witnessing a
transformative era defined by the self-confidence of a "New India," which will serve as the foundation for
a developed future. PM Modi called upon all citizens to work collectively toward the fulfillment of
national resolutions. Extending his final congratulations to the people for the newly launched projects, the
Prime Minister invoked a spirit of harmony and national pride. “The self-confidence of New India will
lead us toward a developed future, and I am confident that every family in Delhi will see a better and more
prosperous life,” Shri Modi highlighted.
We are committed to building a modern and Viksit Delhi. The projects launched
today will strengthen infrastructure, improve connectivity and enhance the ease
of living for people of the city.
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2026
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— PMO India (@PMOIndia) March 8, 2026
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narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) March 8, 2026आज जो मेो का नया सेक्शन शुरू हुआ ह, उससे राजधानी के लाख लोग को बहुत बड़ी सुवधा मलने
वाली ह।
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होगा: PM @narendramodi
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endramodi
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