Kolkata/IBNS, April 11 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various development projects worth over Rs 3,880 crore in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on Friday.

He emphasized his indebtedness to this love, stating that Kashi is his, and he belongs to Kashi.

Noting that Hanuman Janmotsav will be celebrated on Saturday, Modi expressed his honor at having the opportunity to visit Sankat Mochan Maharaj in Kashi.

He highlighted how, ahead of Hanuman Janmotsav, the people of Kashi have gathered together to celebrate the festival of development.

He remarked that Kashi is no longer just ancient but also progressive, now positioned at the center of Purvanchal's economic map.

He further noted that the Kashi guided ...