We have pushed infra projects, says PM

We have pushed infra projects, says PM

Context:

Recently, Prime Minister Modi unveiled the foundation plaque at the ground breaking ceremony for the Navi Mumbai International Airport

Details:

• Recently, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Magnetic Maharashtra investment summit
• He unveiled the foundation plaque at the ground breaking ceremony for the Navi Mumbai International Airport
• He also launched a new centre for artificial intelligence.
• The Prime Minister had blamed previous governments for not pushing infrastructure projects. He added that projects worth Rs. 10 lakh crore were in a state of limbo when he took office in May 2014 and his government had broken the impasse on such investments during its tenure so far.

Additional Information:

• The proposed Navi Mumbai International Airport is likely to cost Rs. 16,704 crore
• It is estimated to attract at least 10 million passengers per annum, once its first phase is operational.