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October 5, 2026 2:57 PM

Nitin Gadkari inaugurates Chintan Shivir 2026, calls for safer, greener highways and better project planning

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday inaugurated Chintan Shivir 2026 in Gujarat’s Ekta Nagar, calling for stronger project planning, integrated road safety measures and wider adoption of technology to deliver high-quality, sustainable highway infrastructure. The two-day national conclave on highway infrastructure is being held at Tent City 2 near the Statue of Unity in Narmada district under the motto “Gatishakti se Pragati”. It brings together state Tran...

September 22, 2026 5:48 PM

National Film Awards being taken to India’s best tourist destinations: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The National Film Awards will now be taken to some of the country's best tourist destinations as part of an initiative to bring together the film and tourism sectors, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. Interacting with the media, Vaishnaw said the initiative has been inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of taking national events beyond conventional venues and connecting them with destinations across the country. The Minister said the ...

September 22, 2026 9:58 AM

President Murmu to present 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat

The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on Tuesday, with President Droupadi Murmu conferring the prestigious honours recognising achievements in Indian cinema for 2024. President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Ekta Nagar, Narmada district, on Monday for a three-day visit to Gujarat from September 21 to 23. The ceremony will be held outside the national capital for the first time as the Centre takes the event to different parts of the country. Veteran Kannada actor ...

November 3, 2025 12:43 PM

Museum of Royal Kingdoms to Preserve India’s Princely Heritage, Strengthen Unity Narrative

On the eve of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, the foundation stone for the Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India was laid at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, near the Statue of Unity. The event marked a reflection on India’s journey of integration and heritage. During the ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the purpose of the project, noting that the museum will inspire future generations with the nation’s legacy of unity and sacrifice. He said the initiative aims to connect young citizens with India’...

October 30, 2025 10:24 PM

Gujarat: PM Modi inaugurates development projects worth Rs 1,220 crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated and dedicated development projects worth Rs 1,220 crore at the Statue of Unity complex in Ekta Nagar, Narmada district of Gujarat. The projects, spanning tourism, sports, infrastructure, and sustainability, mark a major step towards transforming Ekta Nagar into a model of integrated and sustainable development. To commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Prime Minister also unveiled a Rs 150 commemorative coin...

October 30, 2025 4:04 PM

Amit Shah highlights Sardar Patel’s legacy, announces annual national parade on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday addressed a press conference in Patna, outlining the nationwide celebrations to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025. Shah emphasized Sardar Patel’s unmatched role in unifying India after Independence and announced that a grand national parade will now be held every year on October 31, symbolizing India’s unity and integrity. Shah said that since 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ...

October 30, 2024 7:41 PM

PM Modi unveils development projects worth over Rs 280 crore in Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a series of infrastructural and development projects worth over ₹280 crore in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. These initiatives aim to enhance tourism, improve accessibility, and promote sustainability in the region. The Prime Minister's visit to Gujarat spans two days, with several significant events on his agenda. As part of his engagements, PM Modi will address the Officer Trainees of the 99th Common Foundation Co...

October 29, 2024 11:12 PM

PM Modi to inaugurate and lay foundation for Rs 284 crore projects at Statue of Unity

In a momentous occasion coinciding with Diwali and the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation for various development projects and tourist attractions in Ekta Nagar on October 31. On National Unity Day, the Prime Minister will visit Ekta Nagar in the Narmada district, where he will oversee projects valued at over Rs 284 crore. The iconic Statue of Unity in Kevadia, renowned as the tallest statue in the world, has b...