PM Modi Reviews ₹16,000 Crore Projects at 54th PRAGATI Meeting
PM Modi chairs the 54th PRAGATI meeting to review infrastructure projects worth ₹16,000 crore across 31 states and UTs, focusing on timely execution.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 54th PRAGATI meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 'Seva Teerth' in New Delhi. The high-level session, centered on Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation (PRAGATI), focused on the critical review of infrastructure projects across 31 states and union territories, with a combined valuation exceeding ₹16,000 crore.
A Push for Tangible Results and Accountability
During the deliberations, the Prime Minister made it clear that the government's focus must shift from mere spending to actual delivery. He emphasized that the ultimate goal is to ensure long-term public benefit through the timely execution of these massive projects.
To ensure there are no bottlenecks in implementation, PM Modi issued specific directives to the administration:
- Chief Secretaries are now required to conduct monthly reviews of welfare schemes.
- These reviews must be carried out in coordination with District Magistrates.
- Implementation hurdles are to be addressed in "mission mode" to avoid delays.
"Government expenditure must be evaluated based on outcomes rather than just the amount of funds utilized," the Prime Minister asserted.
Transforming Transport and Connectivity
A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the modernization of India's transit infrastructure. The Prime Minister reviewed plans to transform major railway stations into multimodal transport hubs. The vision is to create seamless connectivity between railways, metro networks, and other transit systems to ease urban mobility.
Among the specific projects evaluated was the redevelopment of the Ahmedabad railway station, which serves as a key example of this multimodal integration strategy.
Boosting Pharmaceutical Self-Reliance
Addressing the need for India to reduce its dependency on imports for healthcare, PM Modi reviewed the progress of bulk drug parks located in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Himachal Pradesh. He underscored the urgent need to prioritize the domestic production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and other essential inputs to ensure pharmaceutical self-reliance.
Empowering Local Artisans via 'Ekta Malls'
The Prime Minister also advocated for the expansion of 'Ekta Malls' to create a powerful marketplace for local products. He envisioned these malls as more than just shopping centers, suggesting they be integrated with tourism and local businesses.
According to the Prime Minister, this integration will:
- Bolster the livelihoods of local artisans.
- Generate employment opportunities in rural production.
- Create a value chain encompassing packaging, storage, and transport sectors.