Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (20 October) launched multiple airport projects worth over Rs 6,100 crore during his visit to Varanasi.

Air traffic at Bagdogra airport crossed 10 lakh for the first time,growing at 43.6 percent in 2023-24, the airport served more than 30 lakh passengers which was an increase of 22 percent from previous year,

The PMO in a statement that Modi will also inaugurate RJ Sankara Eye Hospital, in the holy town. It will provide comprehensive consultation and treatment for various eye conditions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 23 development projects worth Rs 6,700 crore in Varanasi, focusing on infrastructure and regional connectivity. Key projects include RJ Sankara Eye Hospital and expansion of Bagdogra Airport,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated various development projects in Varanasi, including airport upgrades worth over Rs 6,100 crore and the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital. Additionally, he unveiled sports complex redevelopments and tourism enhancements,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch several development initiatives, including multiple airport projects across the country worth over Rs 6,100 crore, during his visit to Varanasi on Sunday.

During his visit to Varanasi, PM Modi will inaugurate the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital, built at a cost of Rs 90 crore, in the presence of Shankaracharya Swami Vijayendra Saraswati.