Highlights of the visit:

Kerala:

• Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram:
  • Inaugurate three crucial space infrastructure projects:
    • PSLV Integration Facility (PIF) at Satish Dhawan Space Centre
    • New Semi-cryogenics Integrated Engine and Stage Test Facility at ISRO Propulsion Complex
    • Trisonic Wind Tunnel at VSSC
  • Review the progress of Gaganyaan Mission and award “astronaut wings” to astronaut-designates.

Tamil Nadu:

• Madurai:
  • Participate in the program “Creating the Future – Digital Mobility for Automotive MSME Entrepreneurs” and address MSME entrepreneurs.
  • Launch two initiatives to support MSMEs in the automotive industry:
    • TVS Open Mobility Platform
    • TVS Mobility-CII Centre of Excellence
• Thoothukudi:
  • Lay the foundation stone of Outer Harbor Container Terminal at V.O. Chidambaranar Port.
  • Inaugurate various projects aimed at making the port the first Green Hydrogen Hub Port:
    • Desalination plant
    • Hydrogen production and bunkering facility
  • Launch India’s first indigenous green hydrogen fuel cell inland waterway vessel.
  • Dedicate tourist facilities in 75 lighthouses across various states.
  • Dedicate to nation rail and road projects to improve connectivity and boost socio-economic growth.

Maharashtra:

• Yavatmal:
  • Release the 16th installment of PM-KISAN amounting to over Rs 21,000 crore to farmers.
  • Disburse 2nd and 3rd installments of “Namo Shetkari MahaSanman Nidhi” to farmers.
  • Disburse Rs 825 crore of Revolving Fund to women Self Help Groups.
  • Initiate distribution of one crore Ayushman cards.
  • Launch the Modi Awaas Gharkul Yojana for OBC category beneficiaries.
  • Dedicate to nation multiple irrigation projects benefiting Marathwada and Vidarbha regions.
  • Inaugurate multiple rail and road projects to improve connectivity and boost development.
  • Inaugurate the statue of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay.

This visit signifies the government’s focus on various sectors, including space exploration, infrastructure development, support for MSMEs and farmers, welfare schemes, and clean energy initiatives. It also highlights the commitment towards improving connectivity and boosting socio-economic development across different regions.

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தூத்துக்குடி மாவட்டம் சிப்காட்-சில்லாநத்தம் தொழிற்பூங்காவில், வியட்நாம் நாட்டை சேர்ந்த வின்ஃபாஸ்ட் ஆட்டோ லிமிடெட் (VinFast Auto Limited)-ன் மின் வாகன உற்பத்தி (EV manufacturing) ஆலை அமைக்கும் பணிக்கு மாண்புமிகு முதலமைச்சர் @mkstalin அவர்கள் அடிக்கல் நாட்டி, பணியினை தொடங்கி… pic.twitter.com/tUKTsc8mqc

— CMOTamilNadu (@CMOTamilnadu) February 25, 2024

Key Highlights:

• The plant will be established with an initial investment of ₹4,000 crores.
• It will create employment opportunities for 3,500 individuals.
• The facility will be an integrated EV manufacturing plant.
• This project marks a significant step towards propelling Tamil Nadu as a leader in electric vehicle production.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s address:

• Emphasized the project’s potential to fuel economic growth in Tamil Nadu.
• Expressed aspirations for Tamil Nadu to emerge as a leading state in EV production.
• Highlighted the creation of employment opportunities for the youth.
• Underscored the positive impact on environmental sustainability in the state.

Speech by VinFast CEO Le Yat Thuy:

• Expressed gratitude to the Tamil Nadu government for its support in setting up the plant.
• Committed to the production of world-class electric vehicles at the facility.
• Pledged VinFast’s contribution to the electric vehicle revolution in Tamil Nadu.

Conclusion:

The establishment of the VinFast EV manufacturing plant in Thoothukudi is expected to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth and solidifying Tamil Nadu’s position as a frontrunner in electric vehicle production.

#TamilNadu #EV #VinFast #Employment #EconomicGrowth

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