New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and flagged off various developmental projects in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Modi remarked that the Union Government's efforts for Kerala's development have gained new momentum today. He highlighted that rail connectivity in Kerala has been further strengthened and initiatives have been undertaken to transform Thiruvananthapuram into a major startup hub. The Prime Minister stated that from Kerala, a significant nationwide initiative for poor welfare has also begun with the launch of the PM SVANidhi Credit Card. Modi emphasized that this will benefit street vendors, hawkers, and those working on footpaths acr...