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Modi Starts Day on Hooghly Banks Tells Bengal He Will Deliver Development
Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
He even posed with boatmen and turned to photography
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his day on the Hooghly River in Kolkata, meeting boatmen and underscoring the significance of the holy river. During the election season, he reiterated a commitment to accelerate West Bengal’s development. Modi also shared glimpses from the riverside, including moments featuring Vidyasagar Setu and Howrah Bridge, and posted his photography from the visit.
- Modi started his Kolkata trip along the Hooghly River
- He met boatmen and highlighted the river’s cultural importance
- The PM linked his visit to West Bengal development ahead of elections
- He shared photos including Vidyasagar Setu and Howrah Bridge
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