Lucknow sources stated that Launching development projects worth Rs 550 crore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Varanasi is being developed as the “Gateway to East India” and presented a report card to voters of his Lok Sabha constituency, claiming that before his election the holy city was at the mercy of the Lord under previous governments.
Mr. Modi said “Our endeavor is to bring a transformation in Kashi, while keeping intact its traditions and preserving its age old heritage. Otherwise you have been witness to the system, when our Kashi was at the mercy of Bholey and it was left to its fate”. He said “He is the son of Kashi and is glad that he is starting another year of his life with blessings of Kashi Vishwanath and Maa Ganga”.
Further when addressing a gathering at BHU, the
Prime Minister said, “Promoting the spirit of duty, he is here to inaugurate or
lay the foundation stones of projects worth Rs 550 crores. These projects will
help Varanasi and nearby villages to grow and these schemes include benefits to
weavers. We are making a centre in Varanasi to boost technology and knowledge.”