•Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Namo Bharat Rapid Rail' and 'Meerut Metro' routes, calling it a new surge of energy for 'Developed Uttar Pradesh' and 'Developed India'.
•This marks the first time in India that a rapid rail and metro service have commenced on the same day from the same platform, showcasing integrated connectivity.
•PM Modi traveled on the Meerut Metro, interacting with students and passengers, and lauded the project as a symbol of 'Nari Shakti' with women drivers and station staff.
•He highlighted India's growth in metro services, now operating in over 25 cities, making it the third-largest transportation network globally.
•The Prime Minister emphasized Uttar Pradesh's transformation into a manufacturing hub, with investments in infrastructure, MSME support, and improved law and order driving economic growth.
