Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a series of infrastructure and energy projects worth ₹5,650 crore in Tamil Nadu, aimed at strengthening connectivity, boosting industrial development and expanding clean energy access in the state.
Among the key initiatives is the expansion of the City Gas Distribution network in the Nilgiris and Erode districts, which will provide piped natural gas to households, commercial establishments and industries while also enabling the development of CNG stations for cleaner transportation.
The Prime Minister also dedicated Indian Oil’s new lubricant blending plant in Chennai, designed to enhance domestic manufacturing capacity and support growing demand from the automotive and industrial sectors.
In addition to energy and industrial projects, the programme also focused on strengthening railway connectivity. Several new train services were flagged off, including new Amrit Bharat Express routes and additional passenger services aimed at improving regional and long-distance rail connectivity.
The projects are expected to support economic growth, create employment opportunities and enhance logistics and mobility across the state, while contributing to the broader development of infrastructure and energy networks in southern India.
