Chandigarh's development benefits not only the Union Territory but also neighbouring states, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday as he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple projects worth over Rs 4,700 crore spanning healthcare, education and road infrastructure.
"Coming among all of you today fills my heart with a unique sense of joy. Chandigarh is not just a city; it has been a model of development for India. Chandigarh is known for its planned development, for a better lifestyle, better medical facilities, and along with all this, Chandigarh's identity is the blessings of Maa Chandika," Modi said, adding that Chandigarh's development has long been a hallmark of the NDA government's governance model.
"With the development of Chandigarh, people's lives have been transformed. But its benefits extend beyond the city, reaching the people of Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh as well. I am aware that, from the point of view of healthcare, Chandigarh is an important centre. Today, the advanced healthcare facilities at PGI Chandigarh are being expanded, which will benefit lakhs of people," he said.
"You will recall that a year and a half ago, the country made a major reform in the justice system. We brought the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in place of the Penal Code. In other words, a justice-based legal system in place of punishment-based laws. The implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita began from Chandigarh itself," he said.
"Over the past years, numerous projects such as the Integrated Command and Control Centre, Smart Traffic Management, Smart Parking, and Digital Governance have been implemented to transform Chandigarh into a high-tech city. More than Rs 2,500 crore has been spent on this mission," he said.
PM Modi noted that Chandigarh serves as a vital hub connecting Haryana, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, while also benefiting people from Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in healthcare.
"Before coming here, I was in Jind, Haryana, and from here I am heading to Jalandhar for Punjab's development works. Chandigarh connects the entire region of Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal. Chandigarh's development not only transforms the lives of the people here but also brings great benefits to the people of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir. For medical services, Chandigarh is a major hub in this entire region," he said.
"There was a time when the world used to worry about India's healthcare system. During the coronavirus pandemic, the world was worried about India. But our government changed the world's perception of India. During the pandemic, India was not asking for help; it was sending help. Today, people from across the world come to India for healthcare. This is the result of the honest efforts made over the past 12 years," he said.
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