In a significant boost to the development and infrastructure of Rajasthan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various key projects worth approximately Rs 7,000 crore during a visit to the region. The projects encompass a wide range of sectors, including energy, transportation, tourism, education, and more, an official statement said on Monday.

Among the notable projects inaugurated by the Prime Minister is the Mehsana - Bhatinda - Gurdaspur Gas Pipeline, constructed at a cost of about Rs 4,500 crore. This pipeline is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening the gas-based economy and supporting industries in Rajasthan while also promoting the use of piped gas in households.