About This Trend
Durgapur is an industrial hub and planned urban agglomeration in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Durgapur to launch and inaugurate development projects worth over ₹5,400 crore, focusing on oil, power, and rail infrastructure. According to Indian Express, Modi criticized the TMC government, claiming it opposes development. The projects aim to boost West Bengal's infrastructure and economic growth, with Durgapur's airport integrated into the UDAN scheme, facilitating over 5 lakh passenger journeys annually. These initiatives have garnered significant media attention and public interest.