PM Modi's Gujarat visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, joined by Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez, inaugurated the TATA Aircraft Complex for C-295 military aircraft in Vadodara. He also visited Laxmi Vilas Palace and inaugurated Bharat Mata Sarovar in Dudhala, Amreli, before unveiling development projects worth over Rs 4,900 crores in Amreli, focusing on infrastructure and tourism.
Tata Aircraft Complex inauguration
PM Modi and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex in Vadodara, where C295 aircraft will be manufactured under the Tata-Airbus partnership. (Photo: BJP X handle)
'Make in India, Make for the World'
This facility marks the first private sector final assembly line for military aircraft in the country. During the inauguration, PM Modi asserted that the facility will not only bolster the India-Spain relationship but also support the 'Make in India, Make for the World' mission. He also mentioned that the aircraft produced at this facility will be exported in the future. (Photo: PM Modi X handle)
Tribute to Ratan Tata
PM Modi paid tribute to the late Ratan Tata, expressing that Tata would have been pleased with the inauguration. "This C-295 aircraft factory reflects the new work culture of New India... I am confident that in the future, the aircraft made in this factory will also be exported to other countries," PM Modi said. (Photo: PTI)
PM Sanchez on India ties
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated that the first aircraft will be ready to roll out from this facility in 2026.
During the event, Sanchez also emphasised the strong cultural and industrial connections that exist between India and Spain. He fondly recalled the musical collaboration that took place in the late 1960s between the esteemed Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucia and the renowned Indian musician Ravi Shankar. (Photo: ANI)
Meeting at Laxmi Vilas Palace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also went to the Laxmi Vilas Palace to meet the President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sanchez. (Photo: ANI)
Roadshow in Vadodara
Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Pedro Sanchez participated in a grand roadshow in Vadodara ahead of inaugurating Tata Advanced Systems Ltd's new aircraft assembly facility. The event featured a 'Shobha Yatra,' with the city adorned in vibrant decorations. PM Modi and Sanchez briefly paused to meet Diya Gosai, a differently-abled artist displaying portraits of both leaders.
Amreli visit
After Vadodara, PM Modi visited Amreli. He launched various development projects worth Rs 4,800 crore there and the Bharat Mata Sarovar. He was also felicitated with various gifts during the event. (Photo: ANI)
Bharat Mata Sarovar inauguration
Prime Minister inaugurated 'Bharat Mata Sarovar' at Dudhala in Amreli, Gujarat. (Photo: BJP X handle)
Launching developmental projects
PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects worth over Rs 4,800 crores at Lathi, Amreli. (Photo: PTI)
Addressing the Amreli crowd
PM Modi stated that the world is increasingly focused on India, viewing it with hope and recognizing its potential. Speaking at an event in Gujarat's Amreli district, he highlighted India's growing global influence and shared that BRICS nations and countries like Germany are eager to collaborate, with Germany set to offer 90,000 visas to Indians annually. He noted India’s progress, citing local development, such as the growth of dairy cooperatives in Amreli, and announced plans for port development under the central government’s initiative. (Photo: PTI)