 Today is a very important day for Kochi Metro Rail Limited and Indian Railways. Honourable Prime Minister who had inaugurated the Kochi Metro Rail on 17 June 2017 as present here to lay the foundation of the expansion of the metro line which we call Phase 2. A visionary world leader, our most respectful Prime Minister will also dedicate the extension line of Phase 1 between Peta to Essen Junction to the nation in the presence of Honourable Governor and Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala and other dignitaries. The Honourable Prime Minister will inaugurate and launch five projects of railways in Kerala. All these are happening today because of the vision and missionary zeal of Sri Narendra Modiji who is ably leading the nation in the path of unprecedented development. It is our privilege to invite Sri Pinarai Vijayan Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala to felicitate the Honourable Prime Minister in the traditional way and also to present MMM2. I request Sri Pinarai Vijayan Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala to deliver the welcome address. Honourable Prime Minister of India, Sri Narendra Modiji, Honourable Governor of Kerala, other dignitaries of the dais, sisters and brothers. I am extremely happy to welcome Honourable Prime Minister of India who has spared a few moments of his precious time to lay the foundation stone and to inaugurate some important rail development projects in our state. This is indeed a matter of pride for all of us. I extend a hearty welcome to the Honourable Prime Minister on behalf of the state government, people of Kerala and my own behalf. I welcome our Honourable Governor, Union Minister of State for External Affairs, my colleague ministers, the member of parliament representing Ernakulam, mayor of Kochi Corporation and senior officials present here. I also extend my welcome to all the members of this gathering who are witnessing a stride in our infrastructural development. Today, the Honourable Prime Minister is laying the foundation stone of Phase 2 of Kochi Metro from Jawar Lal Nahru Stadium to Infopark and inauguration of the Phase 1 extension from Peta to Asan Junction. We consider these as milestones in the journey of Kochi Metro, the establishment of which is the result of collective effort of all of us. Besides the above, the rail development projects concerning Kurupandara-Kotayam-Chingavanam section, flagging of inaugural train and electrification of Kallam-Punalu single line section, laying of foundation stone for station redevelopment at Ernakulan town and Kallan junction of Indian railways, are also becoming a reality today. We are extremely grateful to Government of India for the help rendered in this regard. Kerala has a very high vehicle density of 445 per 1000 population, while the national average is 80 per 1000 population. Government of Kerala is aware of the necessity for reducing air pollution and carbon emissions, and is encouraging people to shift to alternate modes of transport. In addition to giving priority to popularised electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel, we have plans for developing effective all-terrain modes of transport like water, train and airways. The waterways project from Kallam to Bakal, the southernmost to the northernmost points of the state, is making good progress. A component of it, stretching from Kallam to Kolikode is part of national waterways. The water metro project connecting various islands in Kochi is also making very fast progress. Kerala needs valuable help from Government of India in its efforts to decongest its road traffic. I am very happy to inform that the work of Poyarding of NH66 is progressing at a very fast phase. This work is an example of meaningful cooperation between the Union and the state governments. The state government has shared 25% of the cost of land acquisition for this widening work. I request that the proposals submitted by the Government of Kerala for development of transport sector in the state may kindly be approved at the earliest. I once again thank the Honourable Prime Minister for his gracious presence here on the proud moment of rail development of our state. Thank you. Thank you sir. We now present a video on the projects of both Kochi Metro Rail Limited and Indian Railways to be inaugurated and dedicated to the nation by Honourable Prime Minister. In 2002, under the visionary leadership of our then respected Prime Minister, Adil Bihari Vajpe, DMRC commenced its train services which laid the foundations of modern urban transport system in our country. Today our country is under the visionary leadership of our Honourable Prime Minister who has committed to meet the aspiration of the public and for building Atma Mirbar Bharat. In the entire country, the speed and scale at which the Metro network worked is the recognition of the government and the presence of both of them. In last 8 years, more than 525 km has been added in country's Metro network. Today 775 km of Metro network is operational in 20 cities. About 1000 km of Metro network is under construction in our country. In last 8 years, a new base has been set in our country for development of indigenous modern technology under Make in India initiative. Metro coaches are now not only designed and manufactured in our country. I am happy to be part of the integration of Kochi Metro. Kochi, the booming city of Kerala is one of the most happening and fastest growing cities in India. The Queen of Arabian Sea is blessed with lush greenery, gorgeous waterscapes and advanced developments in Canada. Congratulations to the people of Kochi on this proud moment. 22 stations, 25 trains and a network spanning over 26 kilometers. The advent of Kochi Metro had indeed altered the landscape and lifestyle of Kochi towards the better. And she is developing rapidly and sustainably. The construction of Kochi Metro's phase 1 extension from Beirut to Thiruponitra is progressing at full throttle. With 3 metro stations along the stretch Markenkortar as a junction, the second phase of Kochi Metro rail network is ready to take off. With a stretch of 11 metro stations spread over 11.2 kilometers. This big line marks the road map of the second phase of Kochi Metro. The second phase of Kochi Metro can easily become an informal meeting place and a mini-hub for techies and IT professionals who can now effortlessly travel from practically anywhere in the city and reach the most tech-savvy regions of Kochi. Kochi Metro moving beyond as the fourth largest rail network in the world with over 68,000 route kilometer which not only move freight and passengers from one end of the country to the other but also churns its economy. There has been a paradigm shift in infrastructure development in the country since 2014 due to the landmark decisions taken by our visionary Prime Minister Shreena Raindra Modi. In the last 8 years, many projects involving large scale upgradation of railway infrastructure have been initiated by our honorable Prime Minister for the state of Kerala which is known for its beautiful beaches, hill stations, forests and non-coast blind. Today is a historic day as honorable Prime Minister Shreena Raindra Modi is dedicating to the nation and laying foundation stone for five important railway projects costing rupees 1,885 crores. Projects being dedicated to the nation are doubling off 27 kilometer Kurupantara Kottayam Chingravanam section with electrification at a cost of rupees 750 crore. This will be line passes through the Kottayam district of Kerala. With the completion of this section, the entire stretch of 115 kilometer between Ernakulam town to Kalyankulambaya Kottayam has been doubled which will facilitate introduction of more NEMU trains and travel time between Mangalore and Tiruvananthapuram will be considerably reduced for mail and express trains. Another project being dedicated the nation is Kolambonalo Railway electrification work for a length of 44 route kilometer costing rupees 76 crore. This single line broad gate section comprises of five block stations and four halt stations. This will provide faster and cleaner access to this ecotourism route and other tourism destinations of Kolambonalo and ultimately reduce the carbon footprint. With the elimination of traction change, there will be considerable saving of journey time and improved operational efficiency. Foundation stone is being laid for redevelopment of three railway stations costing rupees 1,059 crores. These stations are Ernakulam junction, Ernakulam town and Kolamb. These stations will have a striking modern look blended with culture and heritage values of Kerala. Aesthetically designed interiors with improved ambience, landscaped exterior and airport like illumination. It will also provide upgraded amenities, hassle free inter-platform transfer, parking facilities and function as multi-modal transport hub. Improved rail connectivity will give boost to tourism, agriculture, industrial and service sectors, which in turn will generate employment and bring about socio-economic progress in the state of Kerala. These projects are a true hallmark of nature and development coexisting with each other, which is truly the core concept of our Prime Minister's Atma Nirbhar Bharat. Uga's presence of the dignitaries will lay the foundation stone of the important phase 2 of Kuchimetro Rail Limited. This stone for the redevelopment of three stations in Kerala, Ernakulam junction, Ernakulam town station and Kolamb station. The new metro line between Peta to Essen junction and dedicate this project to the nation is now requested to flag off the train from Essen junction. The commercial operations will start immediately after the inauguration. Passengers will travel in the new line. The Minister will now dedicate to the nation the doubling of Kurupandara Kothayam Chingavanam section. Now dedicate to the nation the electrification of railway line between Kolamb and Punalur. The special train from Kothayam to Ernakulam junction. Requesting the Honorable Prime Minister to flag off the special train from Kolamb to Punalur. Thank you, sir. We are grateful and indebted to you. I, on behalf of all present here, request you good self to address all of us. I, on behalf of all present here, request you good self to address all of us. I, on behalf of all present here, request you good self to address all of us. I, on behalf of all present here, request you good self to address all of us. The minister of the government of Kerala, Mr. Mehmanjir Kochi, is my dear sister, my dear friend. Today, Kerala's corner to corner is always a part of the happiness of the honourable Prime Minister. ὀἓἍἇ ὈἒἍἍἀἓ ὈἍἍἍἀ ἅἁἋἍἍἄἓἍ ἍἁἄἈ ἬἓἍἄἀ ἅἄἄἀἄἄ Ἀἄἄἔἄἄ ἀἄἄἄἓἄἄἄἄἄ ἔἔἄἄἄἄἄἄἄἄἄἄἄ�戒Ἃ ἅἎ�Ἃ�� Lakhon sraddhalon ki el lambe samayise maan ki, jo ap puri hui hai, sabri maala ane ke ichhuk, des aur dunya bar ke bhakton ke liye, ye khushi ka awsar hai. Kolam punlur sekshan ke bijri karan se iss puri ek shedhna me pradhushan rahit tej re liyaatra ki shivida mil paayi gi. Kolam punlur sekshan ke bijri karan sekshan me pradhushan ke liye maala ane ke liyaatra ki shivida mil paayi gi. Istiye saniye logon ki shivida ke saath saath, iss populate puri destination ke aakarsan aur bahega. Kerala me infrastructure ke lagabag ek lakh karod rupi ke alagalak projekts par kaam chal rahat. Ye aadunik infrastructure, Kerala me rojgar ke nahi awsar banayega, kheti se lekar uddiogon tak usko urja dega. Kerala ki connectivity par, Kendra sirkar bahot adhikbal de rahit. Hamari sirkar, Kerala ki lifeline ke jene wale national highway 66 ko 6 lane me bhi badal rahit hai. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rupi se jaada ka kharch kia jaara hai. Kerala ki connectivity par, Kendra sirkar bahot adhikbal de rahit. Kerala ki lifeline ke jene wale national highway 66 ko 6 lane me bhi badal rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Adhunik aur bahetar connectivity ka, sabse adhiklar tourism aur trade ko milta hai. Tourism aise industry hai, jit me gareeb ho, middle class ho, gaan ho, shahar ho, sabhi jurte hai, sabhi kamate hai. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Kerala ki lifeline ke jene wale national highway 66 ko 6 lane me bhi badal rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Kendra sirkar tourism sector me entrepreneurship ke liye bhi bahot protshaan de rahit. Mudra yojana ke tahit 10 lakh rupiye takke bina garanti ke rana uplapt hai. Kerala me iss yojana ke tahit 70 hazaar karod rupiye se adhik ki madar lakhon chote udhimye ko di gayi hai. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Kendra me iss yojana ke tahit 70 hazaar karod rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Kendra me iss yojana ke tahit 70 hazaar karod rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Kendra me iss yojana ke tahit 70 hazaar karod rahit. Kendra se ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. Ispar patpan hazaar karod rahit. करला की विसेस ताई ये रही हैं, यहां लोगों की विसेस ताई रही हैं, के हां केर और कंसं, समाज जीवन का हिज्सा हैं, कुद दिन पहले ही, मुझे हर्याना में, मा आम्रिताननण मही जी के आम्रिता अस्पताल के उद्गातन का अशर मिला. करूना से बहरिव ही, आम्रिताननण मही आम्मा का आसिल्वात बाखर में भी जन्या हो गया, में आत केर ला की द्धर्ती से उंका फीर एक बार आबार वेख्त करता हूँ. केरला तिन ता सविष्यष्टीं ता पर एंदा ता सम्भ्रिष्नो वों करिदिल्मा, अदा सामोखी अ जीर्दात तिन पागमाणा केरला तिन, पर अच्छ दिबसंगल को मभ, कर्याने ले मादा आम्रितानण में देविव देविव, आम्रिता फोस्पित ले उट्काडनम चेयन तरुला बसरम इनके लेपिकिग उंदाई, कर्ना मैई आई तुलाम्रितानण में इदे आशीर्वादम सीगरिच्वोंट जान खनिनाई, इन्ने केरलाप्तिन ते मन्ने लिन्दिन्दू कुन्द, औरिकल कोडी जान नंदी परईवान अग्रिकिगेगेआ. साद्यो, हमारी सरकार, आजादी के सम्रित काल मैं, हम सभी मिलकर विखसिद भारत का रास्ता ससक्त करेंगे, इसी कामना के साथ, फिर एक बार आप सभी को विकास पर योजना हो की, बहुत-बहुत बडाई, फिर चे एक बार सब को अनम के शुब कामनाई, आप देख रहे थे सीथा प्रसारल कोछी से, जहाप प्र प्र प्रदाई मुत्री नेरे नर्मोदी, कोछी कोछी रुपे से अदेके पर योजना का उदोने अदगातन और शिलान ना, की कोछी रेल पर योजना के पिटा से अजन्सन के भीश पहले चरवड का उदला,