Text of PM's speech during the 'Namo for Viksit Bharat' programme in Vadodara, Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 'Namo for Viksit Bharat' programme in Vadodara, Gujarat, highlighting various developmental projects related to infrastructure, freight corridors, manufacturing, and education. He noted the completion of over 2,800 kilometers of the Dedicated Freight Corridor, aimed at transforming India's logistics ecosystem by reducing transit times and freight costs. He also highlighted advancements in manufacturing, including the C-295 military transport aircraft produced in Vadodara, growth in renewable energy such as solar capacity and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, and initiatives focused on youth skill development, free online coaching for competitive exams, and artificial intelligence integration.