A historic day for the nation, particularly for the people of Mizoram, from today, Aizawl will be on India’s railway map: PM Modi

The Voice of Chandigarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of development projects worth over ₹9000 crore in Aizawl, Mizoram, covering sectors such as railways, roadways, energy, and sports. Addressing the people via videoconference due to bad weather, he bowed to Supreme God Pathian and expressed gratitude for the affection of the people of Mizoram.

Calling it a historic day, the Prime Minister announced that Aizawl has been added to India’s railway map with the completion of the Bairabi–Sairang rail line, a project he had earlier laid the foundation stone for. He flagged off Mizoram’s first Rajdhani Express, connecting Sairang directly to Delhi, and termed the railway a “lifeline of transformation” that will boost trade, education, healthcare, and tourism while creating employment. He commended engineers and workers for overcoming tough terrain to make the project possible.

Highlighting Mizoram’s contribution to India’s freedom movement and nation-building, Shri Modi praised Mizo values of courage, sacrifice, and compassion. He said the government has consistently focused on the North East, placing multiple states on India’s rail map, expanding roads, electricity, water, internet, and air connectivity. He announced helicopter services under UDAN to improve access to remote areas.

The PM noted Mizoram’s role in the Act East Policy and the North East Economic Corridor, linking the state with the Bay of Bengal and Southeast Asia. He emphasized empowering youth through Eklavya schools, startups, and sports infrastructure under Khelo India. He also highlighted GST reforms that reduced taxes on essentials, medicines, and travel, benefiting families and boosting tourism.