The two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi began on June 20, with his arrival in Srinagar. While he is there, he will take part in events celebrating International Yoga Day and inaugurate projects worth ₹ 1,500 crore.
The Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), situated on the banks of Dal Lake, was graced with traditional Kashmiri melodies and floral arrangements as Modi and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha were welcomed.
On X, the prime minister conveyed his excitement by saying, “Foundation stones will be laid or key projects worth over ₹ 1,500 crores, covering infrastructure, water supply, education, and more, will be inaugurated.”
The 10th International Day of Yoga will be held at SKICC on June 21st, and PM Modi will address the crowd and do some yoga himself at about 6:30 in the morning. Since assuming office for a third term, this is his first trip to the Union Territory.
Furthermore, he is set to initiate the ₹ 1,800 crore Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP). The PM’s visit highlights the government’s dedication to the development of the region and the empowerment of young people.
