Varanasi, Feb. 22 -- On his arrival in Varanasi after a long and packed day in Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the late hours of Thursday, went to inspect the Shivpur-Phulwaria-Lahartara marg.

This project saw inter-ministerial coordination, including from Railways and Defense, to enhance the ease of living for citizens of Varanasi.

The project is built at a cost of Rs 360 crore. It helps in reducing the distance of travel from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) towards the airport from 75 minutes to 45 minutes.

Earlier, Prime Minister Modi arrived at Varanasi airport and was received by CM Yogi Adityanath.

The Prime Minister also held a roadshow in Varanasi. He will be on a two-day visit starting on February 23.

He will also b...