PM lays foundation stone for Mopa greenfield airport

November 13, 2016 12:15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lays foundation stone of Mopa greenfield airport in Goa.

"I want to congratulate the team here; India successfully hosted the BRICS 2016 summit in Goa a few weeks ago," the PM said.

"I laud Manohar Parikkar for ushering in a political culture in Goa- that of taking Goa to new heights of progress. Because of Manohar Parikkar, Goa saw political stability and formation of a government that works for the welfare of the state," Modi said.

"As far as airport is concerned, I am happy that we are fulfilling the promise made by Atal Bihari Vajpayee. This will benefit Goa. With the new airport, the impetus to tourism will be immense," Modi said.

"A digitally trained, modern and youth driven Goa is being shaped today. This has the power to transform India," the PM said.

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