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PM MODI LAUNCHES F1,200 CRORE SABARMATI REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
Why in the news?
- PM Modi launches Sabarmati redevelopment plan, honouring Gandhi’s vision, coinciding with the 94th Dandi March anniversary, emphasising heritage conservation.
About Vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat:
- PM Modi emphasised Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, highlighting the importance of self-reliance.
- He linked the government’s initiatives, such as Make-in-India, to Gandhi’s principles, aiming to empower villages and the poor.
| About Sabarmati River:
● Origin: Formed by the Sabar and Hathmati streams. ● Flow: Passes through Rajasthan and Gujarat. ● Source: Originates from Tepur in Rajasthan’s Udaipur district. ● Tributaries: Includes Wakal, Hathmati, Vatrak, and Sei rivers. ● Major Projects: Sabarmati, Hathmati, and Meshwo reservoir projects. About Sabarmati Riverfront Development: ● Project Name: Sabarmati Riverfront Development ● Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India ● Initiation: Proposed in the 1960s, construction commenced in 2005. ● Objectives: o Environment improvement o Social infrastructure enhancement o Sustainable development promotion |
