Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is set to mbark on a significant two-day visit to Maharashtra, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh on May 1st and 2nd, 2025. The Prime Minister will travel to these states to inaugurate and lay the foundation for various development projects, showcasing the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure, promoting digital innovation, and strengthening India’s position in global trade and connectivity. This visit is in line with India’s vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) and aims to advance multiple key sectors, including media and entertainment, maritime trade, and infrastructure development.
PM Modi’s Visit to Maharashtra: Inaugurating WAVES 2025 Summit
On May 1st, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his visit in Mumbai, Maharashtra, where he will inaugurate the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) at Jio World Centre. This event marks the beginning of WAVES 2025, India’s first-of-its-kind summit aimed at positioning the country as a global hub for the media, entertainment, and digital innovation sectors. With the tagline “Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries,” WAVES seeks to bring together creators, startups, industry leaders, and policymakers to shape the future of entertainment.
The summit will focus on multiple areas, including films, OTT platforms, gaming, comics, digital media, AI, broadcasting, and AVGC-XR technologies. Prime Minister Modi’s vision of harnessing creativity and technology to create a sustainable future will be the core focus of WAVES. The summit aims to tap into a $50 billion market by 2029, positioning India as a prominent player in the global entertainment economy.
WAVES 2025 will feature a range of exciting activities, including:
- The Global Media Dialogue (GMD) with ministerial participation from 25 countries.
- The WAVES Bazaar is a global e-marketplace connecting more than 6,100 buyers with 5,200 sellers.
- Participation from 90+ countries, 10,000 delegates, and over 350 startups.
- More than 40 plenary sessions, 39 breakout sessions, and 32 masterclasses in a variety of sectors.
PM Modi will also visit the Creatosphere to engage with creators chosen from the Create in India Challenges, an initiative that received over one lakh registrations. This highlights India’s increasing focus on fostering local talent and creativity.
PM Modi in Kerala: Inaugurating Vizhinjam International Deepwater Seaport
On May 2nd, 2025, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Kerala, where he will dedicate the Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport to the nation. The project, worth Rs 8,900 crore, marks a transformative step in India’s maritime sector. The Vizhinjam Port is India’s first dedicated container transshipment port, designed to enhance logistics efficiency and strengthen India’s position in global trade.
Located near one of the world’s busiest sea trade routes, the port’s strategic importance is immense. The deep draft of nearly 20 meters will allow larger ships to dock, reducing India’s reliance on foreign ports for cargo transshipment. This state-of-the-art infrastructure will serve as a key pillar for the country’s economic growth and its aspirations to be a global maritime hub.
PM Modi in Andhra Pradesh: Laying the Foundation for Over Rs 58,000 Crore in Development Projects
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Andhra Pradesh on May 2nd, 2025, will focus on inaugurating, laying the foundation stone, and dedicating to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 58,000 crore. The Prime Minister will first travel to Amaravati, where he will launch several infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity, enhancing road safety, and boosting employment.
Key highlights of the Andhra Pradesh visit include:
- Inauguration of 7 National Highway projects, including road widening, construction of road overbridges, and subways, improving connectivity to important religious and tourist destinations such as Tirupati, Srikalahasti, and Malakonda.
- Dedication of railway projects, including the doubling of rail lines between Bugganapalle Cement Nagar and Panyam stations, which will enhance connectivity between Rayalaseema and Amaravati.
- Foundation stone laying for 6 National Highway projects, including elevated corridors and rail over bridges aimed at reducing congestion and improving overall logistics efficiency.
Besides road and rail projects, the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation for infrastructure initiatives valued at over Rs 20,000 crore, including:
- Legislative Assembly, High Court, and Secretariat buildings in Amaravati.
- Flood mitigation projects, 320 km transport network, and underground utilities to create a world-class capital city.
- Missile Test Range in Nagayalanka, Andhra Pradesh, worth Rs 1,460 crore, which will enhance India’s defense preparedness.
Additionally, Prime Minister Modi will lay the foundation for the PM Ekta Mall in Madhurawada, Visakhapatnam, designed to promote national integration, support the Make in India initiative, and create new employment opportunities.
Conclusion: A Vision for a Developed India
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Maharashtra, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh underscores his government’s continued focus on infrastructure development, digital innovation, and global economic engagement. The projects inaugurated during this visit will not only bolster the nation’s connectivity and trade but also enhance India’s position on the global stage.
By investing in maritime infrastructure, digital media, and defense readiness, the government aims to create a Viksit Bharat that is self-reliant, globally connected, and poised for long-term growth. As Prime Minister Modi continues to lay the groundwork for these monumental projects, India’s future as a global leader in various sectors seems ever more promising.
