Kolkata, Aug. 22 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated multiple metro railway projects in Kolkata on Friday and emphasised that India now has the third largest metro network in the world.

The Prime Minister said the projects showed that the government is working for the development of every city as India is moving towards becoming the third-largest economy. He said the projects reflected the government's commitment to urban development and green mobility.

Addressing the gathering after the inauguration, PM Modi said, "Today, when India is moving towards becoming the third largest economy, the role of Dum Dum, Kolkata, increases further... This program is a proof that today's India is working for the development of every city. Gree...