On Saturday, August 2, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. During his visit, he launched and laid the foundation for many important projects. These projects aim to improve the lives of people in the city and make Varanasi more modern and beautiful. This is part of a big plan to turn the ancient city into a model of urban and cultural progress.
In a post on social media, PM Modi shared:
“For my family in Kashi, tomorrow is a very special day. I will start many new projects related to education, health, sports, tourism, and roads. I will also release the 20th payment of PM-Kisan scheme.”
1. Better Roads and Travel
One of the biggest parts of this visit is improving roads and travel. PM Modi opened new roads like the Varanasi-Bhadohi road and the Chhitauni-Shool Tankeshwar road. These roads will make it easier for people to move around the city.
- A new railway bridge was opened at Hardattpur to reduce traffic jams.
- New road corridors will be built in areas like Lahartara-Kotwa and Babatpur.
- Railway overbridges will also be built at two major crossings to improve transport safety.
2. Stronger Electricity System
PM Modi also launched several electricity projects to make the power supply stronger and smarter.
- The Smart Distribution Project will help improve how electricity is delivered.
- Underground electric cables will be installed, worth over ₹880 crore.
- These upgrades will reduce power cuts and make the power supply more stable and safe.
3. Promoting Tourism and Temples
Varanasi is famous for its temples and ghats. Many new projects will help attract more tourists and preserve the city’s history.
- Eight riverfront ghats will be beautified.
- Kalika Dham and Durgakund will be restored and cleaned.
- Kardameshwar Mahadev Temple and the birthplace of freedom fighters at Karkhiyaon will be upgraded.
- Munshi Premchand’s house in Lamahi will be redeveloped into a museum.
- 21 public parks and a new forest area will be developed to make the city greener.
4. Environment and Clean Water
To protect the environment and provide clean water, new steps are being taken:
- Ponds like Ramkund, Shankuldhara, and Mandakini will be cleaned and maintained.
- Floating platforms will be built for religious rituals.
- 47 water supply schemes will be launched under the Jal Jeevan Mission to provide safe drinking water in villages.
5. Upgrading Schools and Education
Education is also a big part of PM Modi’s plan for Varanasi.
- 53 school buildings will be upgraded.
- New libraries and renovated schools will be built in areas like Jakhini and Lalpur.
- These steps will help students get better facilities and learning environments.
6. Health and Medical Facilities
Healthcare is getting better too. PM Modi launched new medical services in Varanasi.
- Mahamana Cancer Centre and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital will get robotic surgery and CT scan machines.
- A new Homoeopathic College and Hospital will be built.
- An Animal Birth Control Centre and Dog Care Centre were also launched to improve animal health.
These new projects are a major step toward making Varanasi a smart, clean, and tourist-friendly city. PM Modi’s visit shows the government’s focus on development, culture, and public services.
