Narendra Modi in Karnataka highlights: Govt is open to incorporating changes into GST to improve system, says PM

‘When Gujarat was flooded, Congress ministers were sitting in Bengaluru’

“When we’re fighting corruption, Congress has become insensitive. Gujarat was devastated by floods this year. But Congress leaders, instead of reaching out to people there, preferred coming to Bengaluru,” says the prime minister.

‘Rs 57,000 Cr from govt revenue which earlier went to the middlemen is now going directly to the rightful owner’

Rs 57,000 Cr from govt revenue which earlier went to the middlemen is now going directly to the rightful owner: PM Modi in Bidar pic.twitter.com/hyqRrx3lHq

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

PM talks about Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), says it helped check corruption

We started direct benefit transfer scheme. This resulted in money reaching to its rightful owner. We successfully eliminated middlemen: PM pic.twitter.com/TYjaZY1IGH

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

In three years, we have finished 2,100 kilometres rail project, says Modi

Modi lauds BS Yedurappa on his efforts in finishing Bidar-Kalburgi rail route

I appreciate B.S. Yeddyurappa for his stand to complete the Bidar-Kalaburgi Rail line: PM Narendra Modi in #Bidar

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

PM says villages that did not have power for seven decades, now have access to electricity

Congress is good at ‘atkana, latkana and bhatkana’, says Modi

Development projects stalled since the Congress rule are being completed now. Congress only believed in 'Atkana', Latkana' & 'Bhatkana': PM pic.twitter.com/vP5EemRh4R

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

“We said we’ll bring electricity to 18,000 houses in 1,000 days. It’s not 1000 days yet and 15,000 houses have access to electricity,” says Modi

‘The project that should have taken three years, took 20 years’

The work which could have been done in 3 yrs took 20 yrs. It was stuck for several yrs: PM Modi on Bidar-Kalaburagi new Railway Line pic.twitter.com/o79vAbRkBX

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Congress would begin projects for seeking political mileage but they would be halted in the middle, says Modi

“Congress would begin a lot of projects for seeking political mileage but then they would be halted in the middle,” says Modi. BS Yedurappa was the first to come up with the rail route idea but the Congress government then halted the whole project, added Modi. For progress, we have started finishing all the pending projects, the prime minister said.

Modi to address public at Bidar shortly

LIVE: PM Shri @narendramodi at a public meeting in Bidar, Karnataka. https://t.co/AIrQxyzan2

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi to address public at Bidar shortly

PM Modi inaugurates Bidar-Kalaburagi new Railway Line, flags off first train in the route

Karnataka: PM Modi inaugurated Bidar-Kalaburagi new Railway Line in Bidar, flags off first train in the route. Railway Minister also present pic.twitter.com/cgY5SoIW3n

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

PM Modi arrives in Bidar; to inaugurate Bidar-Kalaburagi new Railway Line

Karnataka: PM Modi arrives in Bidar where he will inaugurate Bidar-Kalaburagi new Railway Line & address at a public meeting pic.twitter.com/TRFcZroxsj

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Congress will have to answer for the shameless statement of their leader on the ‘azadi’ of Kashmir, that is the language of Pakistan, says Modi

P Chidambaram reacts to PM Modi’s remarks, says autonomy for Jammu and Kashmir is in Indian Constitution

#BREAKING: Chidambaram hits back after PM Modi’s remarks. Says autonomy for J&K is in Indian Constitution | @_pallavighosh with more details pic.twitter.com/Io1XhQ93Yq

— News18 (@CNNnews18) October 29, 2017

Modi slams Congress, says the mindsets of Congress leaders on Kashmir explains why they had problems even with surgical strikes

Bengaluru is the land of startups, says PM

Bengaluru is the land of start ups. Youth here are innovative. Let's begin a start up to bring clean cooking to the doors of poor: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/OZc67KJG6P

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Modi focuses on heritage monuments in Mann Ki Baat speech

Amid the ongoing controversy over the historic Taj Mahal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said forts were symbols of heritage and it was the duty of all the countrymen to keep them safe and clean.

In his his monthly radio broadcast ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Modi appreciated the transformation of Chandarpur fort in Maharashtra in a 200-day cleanliness campaign and urged the people to look after their historical heritage. 

“…Forts are symbols of our heritage. And it is the duty of all to keep their historical heritage safe and clean,” he said.

“Congress should be learning from its mistakes but they’ve decided not to understand or learn from their defeats,” said Narendra Modi

Kabhi lagta hai Congress ne sudharna nahi hai, aisa tay karliya hai Warna parajay se log seekhte hain,samajhte hain: PM Modi in #Bengaluru

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Perserverance saw India through at Doka La, says Narendra Modi

“The entire world saw what happened in the Doka La issue. No matter how powerful China was, India’s perseverance and persistence saw it through,” said Modi in Bengaluru.

Poori duniya ne Doklam mein dekha, China kitna bhi shaktishaali kyun na ho, lekin dhairya ki kasauti pe Bharat khara utra hai: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/vUSLprElCD

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Images of Narendra Modi in Bengaluru

A grand welcome to our beloved PM Shri @narendramodi Ji at HAL Airport, Bangalore today. #ModiInKarnataka pic.twitter.com/qaGvXvU1Yi

— BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) October 29, 2017

‘Won’t let India’s unity and diversity be compromised at any cost,’ says Modi 

Congress ko iss bayaan ka har pal jawab dena padega. Hum desh ki ekta aur akhandta ke saath samjhauta karenge bhi nahi,hone bhi nhi denge:PM

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Congress disconnected from country’s aspirations, says Modi

Speaking at a rally in Bengaluru, Narendra Modi attacked the Congress party vociferously over P Chidambaram’s comments on Kashmir. He said, “Do you remember the lies Congress was spreading on Doka La. People of India trusted them so much but such is their conduct. Congress is disconnected with the aspirations of our country.”

What Chidambaram had said on Kashmir:

Months after accusing the Centre of adopting a ‘muscle flexing’ strategy to bring normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir, senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Saturday said that people in Kashmir who demand azaadi actually seek autonomy for the state. 

He was quoted by ANI as saying,“My interactions in Jammu and Kashmir led me to the conclusion that when they ask for azaadi, most people want autonomy.”

He further advocated the demand for autonomy by saying that although Jammu and Kashmir should get all the protection promised under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, it should remain a part of India. He further added,“Therefore, I think we should seriously examine the autonomy demand. It is very much within the Constitution. Jammu and Kashmir will remain an integral part of India with some amount of autonomy.”

Modi lashes out at Congress, says Chidambaram’s remarks reflective of party’s view of army

**"**Yesterday’s statement of a Congress leader on Kashmir clearly shows how the party feels on surgical strikes and the bravery of our army," said Narendra Modi at the Bengaluru rally.

Chidambaram’s remarks an insult to our soldiers, said Modi

Why are Congress leaders lending their voice to those who want Azadi in Kashmir. This is an insult to our brave soldiers: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/1kkapagZbb

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

‘Congress is shameless’, says Modi

**"**Congress will have to answer for the recent statement of their leaders on Kashmir. The statement was unacceptable," says Narendra Modi at Bengaluru.

Narendra Modi slams Congress leader P Chidambaram over Kashmir remark

People have no expectations from the Congress party: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/BtE3IRBdPd | https://t.co/hOdrCWUJEd pic.twitter.com/X003SMvCmN

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi begins addressing Dashamah Soundarya Lahari Parayanotsava Mahasarmapane at Bengaluru’s Palace grounds

Narendra Modi received by Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah

Narendra Modi reaches Bengaluru

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in #Bengaluru, will address the gathering at Dashamah Soundarya Lahari Parayanotsava Mahasarmapane. pic.twitter.com/feyue6vfYH

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi being received by the Union ministers DV Sadananda Gowda, Ananth Kumar on his arrival at Mangalore airport earlier today

Image courtesy: PTI

After his address in Bengaluru, Narendra Modi will speak at a rally in Bidar 

PM @narendramodi will address a public meeting in Bidar at 6.30pm. Live at https://t.co/vpP0MI6iTu. Dial 02245014501 to hear him LIVE. pic.twitter.com/DRM9xYMZI8

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

Image of Narendra Modi in Mangaluru

#ModiInKarnataka . pic.twitter.com/7NpeAfgL1Q

— Ananthkumar (@AnanthKumar_BJP) October 29, 2017

Map to reach the venue

50000 students are expected to gather tmrw at Palace Grounds at 1200 hrs. Pls take note of the traffic advisory below: pic.twitter.com/KgX5ROUWg1

— DCP Traffic East ಉಪ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೂರ್ವ (@DCPTrEastBCP) October 27, 2017

Cars, two-wheelers to be parked at Mavianakai (Mango) Mandi

For people attending Narendra Modi’s event in Krishna Vihar at Palace grounds, cars and two-wheelers must be parked at Mavianakai Mandi. Visitors have to walk up to Amanullah Khan gate on Jayamahal Road and enter the function at Krishna Vihar ground, according to  The Times of India .

Bengaluru traffice police advises people to avoid roads near Palace grounds

Avoid all roads around palace ground today. Expect congestion due to a function in palace ground.

— ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice (@blrcitytraffic) October 29, 2017

Modi’s schedule in Bengaluru

The prime minister will land at Bengaluru and head to the Palace grounds to attend the Dashamah Soundarya Lahari Parayanotsava Mahasarmapane where one lakh devotees will recite the ‘Soundarya Lahari’ composed by Adi Shankaracharya. The event has been organized for the mass chanting of these ‘slokas’.

Images from Narendra Modi’s visit to Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala

Prayed at the Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple. @SKDMTemple pic.twitter.com/WAj4sqiQUe

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 29, 2017

Parking restrictions in Bengaluru for Modi’s visit

The Times of India reported that parking for vehicles is prohibited in the following areas from 6 am to 6 pm: Palace Grounds, Sir CV Raman Road, Bellary Road, Jayamahal Road, MV Jayaram Road, Palace Road, Old Airport Road, Cubbon Road and Chalukya circle.

Modi to attend function organised by Vedanta Bharati

Modi will attend a function organised by Vedanta Bharati at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru on Sunday afternoon, according to the  Bangalore Mirror . He is scheduled to leave the city by 4.20 pm.

Narendra Modi to head to  Krishna Vihar in Palace Grounds in Bengaluru next

For his visit, the Bengaluru traffic police have blocked various roads to divert traffic. No buses will be allowed to stop or park on the Jayamahal Road, reports News18. Buses carrying participants for various programmes will be parked inside Circus Ground and Mango Mandi parking.

Narendra Modi concludes his speech at the Ujire rally

Every rupee devoted to welfare of Indians, says Modi

Every rupee, every resource from the Government of India is devoted for the welfare of Indians. We are ensuring the fruits of development reach the intended beneficiaries without any scope of corruption: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 29, 2017

Rs 57,000 crore has reached people under Direct Benefit Transfer scheme

Under the scheme Rs 57,000 crore has reached to the people, claimed prime minister Narendra Modi. “Now those middlemen don’t get any money and therefore they do not like me, but we will not let this country be ruined,“he said.

Narendra Modi lauds BJP Karnataka chief BS Yeddyurappa

I have seen how hard @BSYBJP works for the welfare of farmers. Even when I was serving as Chief Minister, he would be talking to me about issues relating to farmers: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 29, 2017

‘Per drop, more crop’

Modi encourages farmers to use water conservation methods like drip irrigation and said it will ensure “Per drop, more crop”.

On water shortage and conservation

Conservation of water is a major challenge for us in this day and age. We also need to give importance towards living in harmony with nature and not think about short term gains: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 29, 2017

Addresses global warming

Speaking at the rally in Ujire, Narendra Modi said we must be responsible in utilising natural resources and think about our posterity.

‘Will bring down use of urea in agriculture by 50% by 2022,’ says Narendra Modi

“Due to our greed, we are draining Mother Earth of her resources. We continue using pesticides, fertilisers without having a care about how the cultivated land is affected. If this continues, I don’t know where we will end up. Hence, to this end, we promise to bring down urea use by half by 2022,” said the prime minister at the Ujire rally.

‘Happy to see enthusiasm towards digital transactions,’ says Modi

I got the opportunity to hand over RuPay cards to women self help groups. Happy to see enthusiasm towards digital transactions: PM Modi

— BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) October 29, 2017

12 lakh people in SHGs have decided to conduct cashless digital transaction

“People left no stones unturned to criticise going cashless or the ‘Digital India’ inititative. Today, 12 lakh people in Self Help Groups have decided to conduct cashless transactions through RuPay cards, Bhim app etc,” says Narendra Modi

‘Must harness demographic dividend,’ says Modi

This century is about skill development. A nation like India is youthful and hence, we must harness our demographic dividend: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 29, 2017

PM promotes skill development

“Every person now is talking about skill development. In a country like India where 800 million citizens are younger than the age of 35, skill development should be a primary concern. We have the necessary manpower to fill gaps in human resource requirements around the world,” says Narendra Modi.

Narendra Modi showers praise on temple ‘Dharamadhikari’ Veerendra Heggade

“Be it development, education, poverty, health,  Veerendra Heggade has perservered to ensure development in all,” says Modi at Ujire.

‘Happy to pray at Dharmasthala’, says Modi

I am happy that I got the opportunity to pray to Lord Manjunatha: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 29, 2017

Watch: Narendra Modi addressing rally in Dharmasthala

#WATCH PM Modi addresses public meeting at Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project, at Ujire https://t.co/C3qjPm3ktg

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Modi wins over crowd by beginning address in Kannada

Modi begins addressing rally

Narendra Modi launches ‘Preserve Mother Earth and Transfer to the Next Generation’ at rally

Narendra Modi issues RuPay cards to beneficiaries of Jan Dhan Yojana

PM Modi to address the rally shortly

Karnataka: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a public meeting in Dharmasthala's Ujire pic.twitter.com/y9EbLvSCSs

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi offers prayers at Dharmasthala temple

PM Narendra Modi offered prayers at Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala #Karnataka pic.twitter.com/d1c9hRkI6v

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Modi felicitating Dharmasthala temple’s ‘Dharmadhikari’ Veerendra Heggade

PM Shri @narendramodi at a Mega Rally at Sree Kshetra Dharmsthala, Ujire, Karnataka.https://t.co/9hjl6yjJdO #ModiInKarnataka pic.twitter.com/BcSHRxjcH0

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi felicitates D Veerendra Heggade for completing 50 years as the temple’s Dharmadhikari

The prime minister felicitated Heggade for completing 50 years as the Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala. Heggade thanked Modi for visiting the town and temple. Heggade goes on to request the government at Centre to include Tulu in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution.

Narendra Modi to address mega rally of Sri Kshetra Dharamsthala Rural development project

LIVE: PM @narendramodi to address a Mega Rally at Sree Kshetra Dharmsthala, Ujire. #ModiInKarnataka https://t.co/5lJk4uo7qk

— BJP (@BJP4India) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi has arrived at Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Shri Manjunatha Swamy Temple in Dharmasthala #Karnataka pic.twitter.com/Ob0GhMpYVu

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Dharmasthala decorated ahead of Narendra Modi’s visit

#Dharmasthala all decked up and decorated for Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji's visit.#ModiInKarnataka pic.twitter.com/1pXaX4XrKp

— B.S.Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) October 29, 2017

Ex-Karnataka chief minister Sadananda Gowda welcomes Narendra Modi 

Warm welcome to Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji #Dharmasthala #Bengaluru #Bidar #ModiInKarnataka

— Sadananda Gowda (@DVSadanandGowda) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi first PM to visit Dharmasthala

According to Asianet Newsable , Narendra Modi is the first prime minister to visit Dharmasthala temple. Though, both Indira Gandhi and her son, Rajiv Gandhi had visited the temple town, they had done so when they weren’t in power.

Modi’s visit to Dharmasthala temple comes days after Siddaramaiah’s

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah visited the Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple a few days and promised necessary assistance to Shree Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project (SKDRDP). He also announced setting up of 500 Indira canteens in the district by January, reported  Livemint .

Narendra Modi to commemorate Dr Veerendra Heggade’s 50 years as “Dharmadhikari”

The prime minister on his visit to the Dharmasthala Temple on Sunday will be marking Dr Veerendra Heggade’s 50 years as “Dharmadhikari” of the temple. According to  Livemint , Heggade is a well-known socio-economic and cultural personality. He is known to hold considerable influence over the region and any endorsement from him would help the BJP gain strong ground before next year’s polls, according to analysts.

Meanwhile PM Narendra Modi address nation in 37th edition of ‘Mann ki Baat’

WATCH NOW: PM @narendramodi addresses his monthly programme #MannKiBaat

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YOUTUBE 👉 https://t.co/7ZouVhnNlR pic.twitter.com/3Iljgbfl5C

— DD News (@DDNewslive) October 29, 2017

Karnataka BJP welcomes Narendra Modi

The leader is on his way to immerse himself into divine aura of Lord Manjunatheshwara. #ModiInKarnataka https://t.co/aJWThZ4NpI

— BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) October 29, 2017

On account of PM’s visit, restricted public entry at Dharmasthala temple till 2 pm

Modi landed at the Mangaluru airport from New Delhi and flew to Dharmasthala in Dakshina Kannada district in a helicopter.

The prime minister will be offering prayers at the Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala, which is about 100 kilometres away from the port city of Mangaluru.

On account of the Modi’s visit, the temple administration has restricted public entry till 2 pm on Sunday.

Narendra Modi kickstarting BJP campaign in Karnataka ahead of next year’s Assembly polls

BJP is planning to hold seven Narendra Modi rallies in seven different regions in Karnataka to unleash the ‘Brand Modi’ before Election Commission announces the state election dates next year, reported  The New Indian Express . Meanwhile party chief Amit Shah will flag off a yatra from Bengaluru on 2 November to show party strength with workers on 27,000 bikes.

Modi to offer prayers at Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple in Dharmasthala

Will offer prayers at the Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple at Dharmasthala and address a public meeting.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 28, 2017

Narendra Modi arrives in Mangaluru

PM Modi arrives in Karnataka's Mangaluru, to offer prayers at Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple at Dharmasthala & address a public meeting pic.twitter.com/BCaM6yFFMa

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi to distribute RuPay cards 

The prime minister will launch the digitised cashless Self-Help Groups (SHG) transactions in the state charitable trust of the Sree Kshetra Dharmastala Rural Development project which is organising the public function and the launch of the RuPay cards and SHG transactions at the rally. 

“Our volunteers have helped over a million members of the SHG across the state in opening the PMJDY accounts in the banks,” said Project Executive Director LH Manjunath from the Dharmasthala temple town.

A few of the beneficiaries will transact on the RuPay cards in the portable mini ATMs at the event in the presence of Modi and other dignitaries.

–IANS

Karnataka BJP chief BS Yeddyurappa welcomes Narendra Modi

I heartily welcome Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji to Karnataka. Looking forward to it! pic.twitter.com/nNC69zYKtL

— B.S.Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) October 28, 2017

Modi to also flag off DEMU train service

The prime minister is set to flag off the Diesel Electric Multiple Units (DEMU) train service between Bidar and Kalaburagi on Sunday evening. Major and medium industries minister RV Deshpande will attend the event on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s behalf, reported  The Times of India .

Narendra Modi to inaugurate Bidar-Kalaburgi railway track

Modi is set to dedicate to the nation the 110-kilometre Bidar-Kalaburgi railway track in the Hyderabad-Karnataka region that would reduce the distance between Bengaluru and New Delhi by 380 kilometres and travel time by six to eight hours.

The new track will also provide direct rail connectivity from Bengaluru to Bidar in the state’s northern region, about 690 kilometres away from the state capital.

Though foundation for the project was laid over two decades ago in 1996, its construction work began only in 2000 and dragged on for years due to meagre fund allocation by the Railway ministry.

This escalated its cost to a whopping Rs 1,542 crore from the original estimate of Rs 370 crore. Land acquisition between the towns also delayed its completion.

Events Narendra Modi will be attending today

Prime Minister Sri. @narendramodi’s public programs in Karnataka tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/rPlwo0tu0Y

— BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) October 28, 2017

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah miffed over last minute invite

According to  The Times of India , Siddaramaiah received his invite only on Friday and has decided to skip railway project inauguration in the state. He will only be receiving Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the HAL Airport in Bengaluru and go with him to the Palace grounds. 

The Karnataka chief minister is scheduled to launch development schemes in Mandya before returning to the state capital to receive Modi. Following that, he’ll leave for Mysuru.

Narendra Modi’s schedule

10.15 am: Will land in Mangaluru and take a chopper to Dharmasthala. Modi will attend the darshan and puja at the Sri Manjunathaswamy Temple.

11.45 am: Modi will drive to Ujire to launch the rally of Sri Kshetra Dharamsthala Rural development project. He will also distribute RuPay cards to some of the 12-lakh Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) account holders. 

2.35 pm: The prime mininster will land at Bengaluru and head to the Palace grounds to attend a public function organised by the Vedanta Bharati. One lakh devotees will recite the Soundarya Lahari composed by Adi Shankaracharya. 

4.25 pm: Narendra Modi will leave for Bidar to dedicate the 110-kilometre Bidar-Kalaburgi railway track.

7.35 pm: Public meet at Nehru Stadium.

9.45 pm: Board plane for New Delhi.

Narendra Modi will also be visiting Dharmasthala

#TopStory PM Modi to visit Karnataka today. He will offer prayers at Shri Manjunatha Swami Temple at Dharmasthala & address a public meeting pic.twitter.com/1ONVIFeoRy

— ANI (@ANI) October 29, 2017

Narendra Modi on day-long visit to Karnataka

The prime mininster will be in Karnataka on Sunday, participating in various functions in Ujire, Bengaluru, and Bidar.

“The Prime Minister has a busy day, as he is scheduled to participate in seven-eight functions at three places across the state,” an official coordinating Modi’s programmes told IANS in Bengaluru.