As it happened: PM Modi in Mumbai warns corrupt people to be afraid: 'Time is running out'

Development is the key: Modi

Who says the country can never change? The country will change, it will improve, it will be at the forefront of the world in under three years, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Shivaji a multifaceted personality: Modi

#ShivajiMaharaj was a multifaceted personality. So many aspects of his personality inspire us: #Modi | Live: https://t.co/gZpSOcYSLh pic.twitter.com/062HYbe7QP

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‘Tourism will drive economy forward’

Trillions of dollars will be spent on tourism in the years to come. If we can make the most of the forts Shivaji Maharaj had built, we would do a great job, the prime minister said

Modi pays tributes to Shivaji Maharaj

His courage was known but there are so many more aspects of Shivaji Maharaj we must know about. Look at his policies on water, finance, says Modi

Modi’s address begins

I still recall my visit to Raigad, after I was declared the Prime Ministerial candidate by my party: PM @narendramodi

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Glut of infrastructure projects for Mumbai

PM Modi lays the foundation stone for two additional Metro lines, and several other projects

India’s Statue of Liberty

USA is known for Statue of Liberty, India will be known for the Statue of Shivaji- Maharashtra CM
Devandra Fadnavis https://t.co/gZpSOcYSLh pic.twitter.com/G5Pd8qd3D6

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Visuals of PM Modi onboard the boat and performing Jal Pujan for Chhatrapati Shivaji memorial in Mumbai

PM Narendra Modi onboard a ship, will perform Jal Pujan for Chhatrapati Shivaji memorial in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/qjHXN13QVv

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#WATCH live PM Narendra Modi to perform Jal Pujan for Chhatrapati Shivaji memorial in Mumbai.

Modi reaches Girgaum Chowpatty to inaugurate Shivaji memorial

Mumbai: PM Narendra Modi reaches Girgaum Chowpatty, Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maha CM also present #ShivajiMemorial pic.twitter.com/48RsZGyHiC

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Narendra Modi arrives at Raj Bhavan for lunch with governor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in the Raj Bhavan for lunch with Maharashtra governor, Chennamaneni Vidyasagar Rao. Modi wil then travel to South Mumbai to inaugurate the site of the Shivaji memorial.

Modi calls for more vigilance in bond market transactions

Describing his aim to make India a developed country, Modi explained his vision, “Our markets should show that they are able to successfully raise capital for projects benefiting the majority. Our farmers not just avenues for speculation. Those who make money off the markets must pay taxes for various reasons. Sebi had to be extremely vigilant due to illegal activities.”
 

He added, “Earlier there was a feeling that some investors were getting an unfair deals. Those things have been amended by this government. IT is time to come up with a new design which is simple.”
 

He ended his speech by wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 

My Government is very keen to encourage start-ups. Stock markets are essential for the start-up ecosystem: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/53X7ZSnG3g

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Modi assures govt will make sound economic policies

Modi said, “India has earned a good name for its well regulated securities markets. Govt will continue with sound economic policies to ensure India’s bright future in long run;no decisions for short term political gains.” 

For financial markets to function successfully, participants need to be well informed: PM Narendra Modi in Raigad pic.twitter.com/ikMi55QaBT

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PM assures the long-awaited GST will soon be a reality

PM Modi talks on demonetisation ​PM Modi assures that the government will take sound economic decisions, will not shy away from difficult decisions which are in the interest of the country. He said, “Demonetisation is an example. It gives short term problems but long time gains.” He said, “India is been seen as bright spot. To see how far we’ve travelled we should look back to 2012-13 when the currency was falling sharply.”

PM Modi talks on demonetisation

PM Modi assures that the government will take sound economic decisions, will not shy away from difficult decisions which are in the interest of the country. He said, “Demonetisation is an example. It gives short term problems but long time gains.”

He said, “India is been seen as bright spot. To see how far we’ve travelled we should look back to 2012-13 when the currency was falling sharply.”

Maharashtra: PM Modi inaugurates the new campus of National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) in Raigad pic.twitter.com/eq38bz1440

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PM Modi speaking in NISM, Mumbai
 

Modi talks at the inauguration of new campus of National Institute of Securities Markets in Raigad. 

Live via FB: PM Modi speaking at inauguration of new campus of National Institute of Securities Markets in Raigad https://t.co/s6NjZ0Ry3Q

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Modi to perform ‘bhoomipujan’ of Shivaji statue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he felt honoured for getting the opportunity to perform ‘bhoomipujan’ (ground breaking ritual) for a grand statue and memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji during his day-long visit to Maharashtra.

In a tweet, Modi said: “I am honoured to be getting the opportunity to perform the Bhoomipujan of Shiv Smarak.”

“Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a torchbearer of courage, bravery and good governance. Shiv Smarak is a fitting tribute to him and his greatness,” Modi said.

Modi arrived in Mumbai at 12.30 p.m. and was received by Maharashtra Governor C. Vidyasagar Rao.

He is expected to perform the ‘bhoomipujan’ at 3 p.m.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a torchbearer of courage, bravery & good governance. #ShivSmarak is a fitting tribute to him & his greatness.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 24, 2016

Maharashtra: PM Narendra Modi arrives in Raigad, to inaugurate new campus of National Institute of Securities Markets in Panvel, shortly pic.twitter.com/t0CUkpM1ac

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PM Modi arrives in Mumbai for the inauguration of the Shivaji Maharaj statue

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/0lHQThrF09

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PM Modi arrives in Mumbai for the inauguration of the Shivaji Maharaj statue

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/0lHQThrF09

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It is not a BJP function, it is a govt function; all alliance partners must be taken along: Manisha Kayande, Shiv Sena #ShivajiMemorial pic.twitter.com/ZUGUX4I6EZ

— ANI (@ANI) December 24, 2016

Mumbai: Preparations underway for PM Narendra Modi's arrival; will lay foundation stone of #ShivajiMemorial and other projects pic.twitter.com/wTelgaySjM

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Activists criticise BJP for ‘splurging’ Rs 3,600 crores on Shivaji memorial

The government has been criticised by both environmentalists as well as civil society organisations, calling it a political move, designed to woo voters right before the Mumbai municipal polls ( Click here to read the story ). Some social activists have also called it a splurge, saying that the amount allotted to build the statue could easily be used to build hospitals, schools and several other social projects. 

In fact, according to reports, Lokhandwala resident Karishma Upadhyay has filed an online petition against the statue. He already has received 20,000 signatures till now.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lay foundation stones for Shivaji Memorial and Metro rail projects in Mumbai and Pune today

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Prime Minister Narendra to lay foundation for Shivaji Memorial statue

After several delays, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will finally lay the foundation for the Chhatrapati Shivaji Memorial statue in Mumbai on Saturday. The memorial featuers a 630 feet statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji on a horse. Around Rs 3,600 crore has been alotted to the project. It will be built on 43 acres reclaimed land in the Arabian Sea.