- Virtual inauguration of Datia and Satna airports, Indore Metro to commence

- Virtual foundation stone laying of Rs 778 crore ghats construction work on Shipra river from Bhopal

Bhopal, 30 May (H.S.) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the Women Empowerment Conference on the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai at Bhopal on Saturday, 31 May. At the grand conference organized at Bhopal’s Jamboree Ground, Prime Minister Shri Modi will virtually inaugurate Indore Metro and Satna & Datia airports. Additionally, the Prime Minister will perform virtual foundation stone laying for ghats construction work costing Rs. 778 crore on the Shipra river. The Prime Minister will also transfer the first installment for 1271 new Atal Gram Seva Sadan (Panchayat Bhavan) costing Rs. 483 crore. The conference will be attended by Governor Mangubhai Patel, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, and Union Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The Ministry of Culture is also coordinating the organization of this conference.

In the Women Empowerment Conference, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release a postage stamp and coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. Shri Modi will honor a woman artist in the field of tribal, folk and traditional arts with the National Devi Ahilyabai Award. On this occasion, Prime Minister Modi will also visit the exhibition organized by the Department of Culture based on Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai’s good governance, women empowerment, and culture.

300th Birth Anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar

The Government of Madhya Pradesh is organizing a state-level women’s conference in Bhopal on 31 May 2025 under the chief patronage of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar is considered a symbol of women’s leadership, justice, and administrative efficiency, from whom women of the state draw inspiration.

Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar established Indore as a sensitive, just, and cultural city. Adopting the mantra of good governance of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, the state government runs several schemes like Ladli Behna Yojana, Chief Minister Self-Employment Scheme, etc. During her reign, Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar prioritized education, religion, justice, and women’s interests.The state’s schemes are based on these values.

Every year in Madhya Pradesh, government programs, awards, and commemorations are held on Ahilyabai’s birth anniversary.Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar constructed temples at religious places like Kashi, Gaya, Dwarka Ji, Somnath, Rameshwaram promoting religious unity and cultural preservation. She worked to eliminate caste, class, and gender discrimination during her reign. Today, Madhya Pradesh’s policies of social harmony and equality are based on these values. Rs 300 Commemorative Coin to be Issued On 31 May, at the women’s conference in Bhopal on Devi Ahilyabai’s 300th birth anniversary, PM Modi will release the country’s first Rs 300 commemorative coin. On Friday, the Ministry of Finance issued a Gazette notification regarding this. The 35-gram coin will contain 50% silver. One side will have Ahilyabai’s photo.

On the upper side in Hindi and along the lower edge in English will be written “Ahilyabai Holkar’s 300th Birth Anniversary.” On the left and right sides will be the years “1725-2025.” The other side will have the Ashoka Pillar with the Rupee symbol below it and the denomination “300.” On the left and right sides of the Ashoka Pillar will be written “India” in Hindi and English. This will be the first such coin in the country and the world with a denomination of 300 rupees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also issue a special postage stamp on Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai’s 300th birth anniversary.

Foundation Stone Laying and Inaugurations

On 31 May, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will virtually lay the foundation stone for construction work related to the upcoming Simhastha Mahaparv 2028 in Ujjain from Bhopal. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the Rs. 778.91 crore ghats construction. This construction will extend 29 kilometers from Shani Temple to Nagda Bypass. Foundation stone will also be laid for barrage, stop dam, and vented causeway costing Rs. 83.39 crore, which will help maintain water flow in the Shipra and Khan rivers. The Municipal Corporation will also begin repair work on the Kaliyadeh stop dam costing Rs. 1.39 crore.These water structures will stabilize river water levels and provide safe bathing facilities for devotees and saints. The timeline for this ambitious project is set for 30 months, so all facilities are fully available during the Simhastha Mahaparv. This project will further strengthen Ujjain’s religious and cultural significance and provide a major facility to millions of devotees during Simhastha Mahaparv.

Datia Airport

On 31 May, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the newly constructed Datia Airport from Bhopal. This airport will give new flight to Datia’s development and provide convenience to devotees in travel. Facilities include drinking water, tents, security, parking, cleanliness, medical, ambulance, etc. Considering the summer, arrangements for ORS packets, temporary hospital, trauma center, etc. have been made. Built at a cost of Rs. 60 crore, the airport spreads over 124 acres with a 1.81 km runway, two check-in counters, and parking for 50 cars. Fly Big Airlines will operate 19-seater flights four days a week.

Satna Airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate Satna Airport from Opal on 31 May. The old runway of Satna was reconstructed into a modern airport at a cost of Rs. 37 crore. Construction was completed on 31 October 2024 in record time. DGCA issued a license for airport operations on 20 December 2024. A 1200-meter runway has been prepared, capable of handling 19-seater aircraft. Parking for two aircraft is available at the same time. The airport has a 750 sq. meter terminal building, ATC tower, VIP lounge, facilities for specially-abled persons, and complete security arrangements. A total 5.5 km boundary wall has been constructed for security. The airport’s operation will bring new opportunities for industry, tourism, education, and health sectors in Satna and the entire Vindhya region.

Indore Enters a New Era

Indore, the cleanest city in India, is entering a new era. On Saturday, 31 May 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate passenger service on the super priority corridor of Indore Metro from Bhopal. This corridor is approximately 6 km long, part of the Yellow Line. It includes five stations: Gandhinagar Station, Super Corridor 6 Station, Super Corridor 5 Station, Super Corridor 4 Station, and Super Corridor 3 Station. The corridor will reduce traffic and pollution and provide comfortable travel for passengers. The super priority corridor is not only technologically important but also symbolizes Indore’s progress toward modernity.

Indore Metro Project of 31.32 km

Indore has a metro project of total length 31.32 km, including 22.62 km elevated and 8.7 km underground metro. Yellow line will have 28 stations, making urban travel easier, faster, and environmentally friendly. The total cost of the 31.32 km metro project is approximately Rs. 7500 crore. Initially, a 6 km corridor costing about Rs. 1520 crore is being inaugurated. This project is a significant step toward making Indore a modern, environment-friendly city.

Permanent Buildings for Panchayats

The Prime Minister will transfer the first installment for 1271 new Atal Gram Good Governance buildings costing Rs. 483 crore. Construction of Atal Gram Good Governance buildings will provide permanent buildings to Gram Panchayats. Panchayats will get assistance for administrative work, meetings, and record management.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Mayank Chaturvedi