Kick starting the poll campaign in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on his third visit after Maduranthagam and Madurai, inaugurated a series of completed developmental projects at Trichy on in a mammoth gathering of leaders, NDA allies, and the public.
Totaling an investment of five thousand six hundred crore rupees, these initiatives span clean energy, petroleum-related manufacturing, and enhanced multi-modal connectivity through highways, railways, and rural roads.
Addressing the gathering, on March 11, the Prime Minister emphasised, “These projects will boost energy access, connectivity, and create thousands of jobs for the youth of Tamil Nadu.”
Focusing on sustainable energy, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum’s City Gas Distribution (CGD) network. This ₹3,700 crore project is set to transform the Nilgiris and Erode districts by providing Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to nearly nine lakh families and numerous commercial entities. Highlighting the environmental benefits, Shri Modi noted, “The positive environmental impact of this project over just eight years will be similar to the planting of four crore trees.”
To see the mood of Tamil Nadu, come to Tiruchirappalli! Public anger against DMK is at an all-time high. People are going to vote them out.
People see NDA as the alliance which can ensure all-round progress. pic.twitter.com/OP6T36XQyK
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 11, 2026
The Prime Minister remarked that the dedication of the Indian Oil Corporation’s Lube Blending Plant in Chennai to the nation is a significant move to strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative. PM Modi highlighted that, as one of the largest facilities of its kind globally, the plant is designed to meet the high demands of various industries within and outside the state. “The increase in local production of lubricants also reduces imports and saves money for the nation,” noted Shri Modi.
The Prime Minister also underscored the importance of rural connectivity by inaugurating 370 kilometres of rural roads constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. These roads are expected to provide villagers with better access to healthcare, education, and markets, thereby integrating the rural economy with the mainstream. On this development, the Prime Minister stated, “Each road lifts the rural economy and increases Ease of Living.”
Reflecting on the cultural heritage of the region, the Prime Minister announced a new highway bypass project at Gangaikonda Cholapuram. The project aims to protect the UNESCO-recognised grand temple built by Emperor Rajendra Chola by diverting heavy traffic away from the sacred site, ensuring the safety of both the monument and its visitors. Regarding the new infrastructure, Modi said, “This means better safety for everyone.”
Concluding his address, the Prime Minister highlighted the rapid modernisation of the state’s transport sector, following the recent modernisation and redevelopment of eight stations under the Amrit Bharat programme. New train services were flagged off today, linking key locations such as Nagercoil, Coimbatore, Rameshwaram, Tirunelveli, Mayiladuthurai, and Karaikkudi with other regions to foster tourism and local trade. Reaffirming his vision for the state’s future, Shri Modi remarked, “We are working day and night for the state’s progress and we will continue to do so.”
Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and L. Murugan, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, TN BJP president Nainar Nagendran, DMK minister (Finance) Thangam Tennarasu, and leaders of the NDA alliance attended the meeting.
