PMosg777 Modi inaugurates development projects in Delhi on Friday Photo: PTI PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Delhi on Friday Photo: PTI

In a major infrastructure boost right ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections in February, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled several development projects in Delhikingbet, including 1,675 flats built under In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project.

The push for infrastructure projects in the national capital came amid the rising political enmity between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of assembly polls in the city.

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Hours before the launch of the development projects PM Modi said these initiatives reflected his government's unwavering commitment to nurturing future generations by empowering them with knowledge, innovation and opportunities.

While saying it was an important day for Delhi's development, the prime minister also added, "During today's programme, 1,675 newly-constructed flats under the In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project will be inaugurated. This will ensure better and healthier living for several people."

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About the projects

The prime minister on Friday handed over the keys to eligible beneficiaries of EWS flats at Swabhiman Apartments in the Ashok Vihar area.

Besides, PM Modi also inaugurated two urban redevelopment projects -- the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and the General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) Type-II quarters at Sarojini Nagar.

The World Trade Centre transformed the area by replacing more than 600 dilapidated quarters with state-of-the-art commercial towers, offering around 34 lakh square feet of premium commercial space with advanced amenities.

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The new Type-2 quarters at Sarojini Nagar will benefit hardworking government employees, he said, adding that their dedication marked a great contribution to the national progress.

Besides the infrastructure projects, PM Modi also laid the foundation stone of a college to be named after Veer Savarkarkingbet, would help strengthen academic infrastructure and provide world-class learning environments for students.