PM Modi in Kerala and Tamil Nadu: ₹16,450 Crore Projects
Why in the news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi toured two southern states on 11 March 2026 and kicked off a large set of development works.
| State | Project value | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala (Ernakulam) | ₹10,800 crore | Polypropylene unit at Kochi Refinery of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited |
| Tamil Nadu (Tiruchirappalli) | ₹5,650 crore | City Gas Distribution network for piped natural gas |
| Total | About ₹16,450 crore | Inaugurations and foundation stones |
Key facts
- Date: 11 March 2026.
- Kerala venue: Ernakulam; Tamil Nadu venue: Tiruchirappalli.
- The City Gas Distribution network supplies piped natural gas to homes and commercial units.
Exam angle
- Refinery involved: Kochi Refinery of BPCL.
- Product of the new unit: polypropylene.
- Network launched in Tamil Nadu: City Gas Distribution.