NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a high-value official visit to Gujarat and the Union Territory of Daman on June 5, 2026. During the tour, the Prime Minister will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation, and lay the foundation stones for a massive cluster of multi-sectoral development projects cumulatively valued at over ₹21,700 crore.
The extensive executive itinerary will introduce transformative advancements across high-speed road networks, civil aviation, industrial utilities, and secondary healthcare infrastructure, alongside strategic maritime projects for the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
Surat Real Estate & Transit: High-Value Core Infrastructure (₹18,800 Crore)
The Prime Minister will launch the first leg of his visit at approximately 2:30 PM at Hazira in the Surat district, conducting an operational review of ongoing industrial and infrastructure milestones. At 4:15 PM, he will headline a public assembly to officially launch a wave of critical projects spanning the road, power, and industrial sectors.
Key milestones in Surat include:
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Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway: The Prime Minister will formally dedicate Packages VI and VII of the 8-Lane Access-Controlled Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway to the nation. These newly completed packages are engineered to drastically optimize high-speed transport, boost logistics throughput, and strengthen interstate economic corridors between Gujarat and Maharashtra.
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Tribal Connectivity & Tourism (NH-56): He will lay the foundation stone for the four-laning of vital sections along National Highway 56. This targeted upgrade is designed to enhance connectivity across tribal regions and boost access to the Statue of Unity.
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Occupational Healthcare Expansion: The Prime Minister will inaugurate a modern, 200-bedded ESIC Hospital in Surat. The specialized medical facility will provide advanced secondary healthcare across key specialties, backed by a central laboratory, essential ancillary services, and a 24/7 emergency and trauma care unit tailored to handle occupational injuries and sudden medical crises.
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Industrial & Power Grid Upgrades: Dedicated infrastructure projects feature the expansion of Gujarat’s Transmission Network under the Inter-State Transmission System to enhance overall power evacuation capacity. Concurrently, state-led initiatives will be rolled out, including advanced power distribution upgrades under the Revamped Reforms-Based Distribution Sector Scheme in Valsad, cutting-edge effluent disposal systems at the Dahej PCPIR and Sarigam GIDC, and fundamental layout utilities at the Jambusar Bulk Drug Park.
Daman Urban Elevation: Regional Growth Initiatives (₹2,970 Crore)
Following his engagements in Surat, the Prime Minister will transition to Daman at around 6:15 PM to launch an array of civil aviation, healthcare, tourism, and public welfare initiatives engineered to elevate the quality of life across the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
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NAMO Airport Terminal: The Prime Minister will inaugurate the highly anticipated New Terminal Building of NAMO Airport in Daman, a move slated to significantly expand regional air connectivity and stimulate localized commercial growth.
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NAMO Hospital Dedication: He will dedicate the newly constructed NAMO Hospital—the premier district hospital for the Daman district—which is fully equipped to cater to nearly 1,500 outpatient department (OPD) individuals per day.
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New Public Frameworks (₹1,630 Crore): The Prime Minister will also lay foundation stones for several marquee projects, including an Iconic Bridge, the Daman Convention Centre, and a dedicated NIFT Campus at Daman to promote tourism, private investment, and employment.
Strategic Maritime Capabilities for Lakshadweep (₹885 Crore)
During the Daman event, the Prime Minister will additionally lay the foundation stones for four strategically vital port infrastructure developments for the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
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The Project Scope: The initiatives focus on the comprehensive development of multipurpose port facilities on both the Eastern and Western shorelines of Kalpeni Island and Kadmat Island.
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Upgraded Fleet Capabilities: The new maritime structures will facilitate the year-round berthing of large passenger vessels, including international cruise liners measuring up to 300 meters in length.
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Socio-Economic Impact: The revamped ports are built to enable safe, high-capacity passenger and cargo handling while offering integrated facilities for fish handling, fuel distribution, ice supply, and boat repair—thereby securing the livelihoods of local fishermen and accelerating island tourism.
