Puducherry, March 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 2,700 crore in Puducherry, asserting that the union Territory is steadily progressing towards his vision of "BEST Puducherry" - focused on Business, Education, Spirituality and Tourism.
Addressing a large gathering, the Prime Minister said he was "delighted to be among the wonderful people of Puducherry" and noted that the wide-ranging projects launched on the occasion would enhance ease of living and accelerate economic growth in the region.
"When I came here earlier, I had given the mantra of BEST Puducherry. BEST means Business, Education, Spirituality and Tourism. ...