Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned visit to Pune has been canceled due to heavy rainfall in the area. Sources from the BJP confirmed the cancellation and stated that a new date for the visit will be shared later. The Prime Minister was set to inaugurate the Metro rail service from District Court to Swargate and launch development projects worth over ₹22,600 crore on September 26, 2024. In response to the weather conditions, the Pune District Collector declared a public holiday for all schools and colleges in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Pune as well as a red alert for nearby districts, anticipating further heavy rains.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has canceled his planned visit to Pune due to heavy rainfall affecting the city. According to BJP sources, the new date for his visit will be announced later. Originally, Modi was set to flag off a Metro train and launch several development projects worth over ₹22,600 crore on September 26, 2024.
The key highlight of his visit was the inauguration of the Pune Metro section from the District Court to Swargate, which marks the completion of Phase-1 of the Pune Metro Rail Project. This underground segment alone has a cost of approximately ₹1,810 crore.
In light of the severe weather, Pune District Collector Suhas Diwase declared a public holiday for all schools and colleges in Pune city and Pimpri Chinchwad. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Pune and a red alert for nearby districts including Thane, Palghar, and Raigad.
Stay tuned for updates on when the Prime Minister will reschedule his visit.
Published – September 26, 2024, 10:30 am IST.
What happened to PM Modi’s visit to Pune?
PM Modi’s visit to Pune was cancelled because of heavy rains in the area.
Why was the visit cancelled?
The visit was cancelled for safety reasons, as the heavy rains could cause problems for travel and events.
Will PM Modi reschedule his visit to Pune?
There is no information yet about a new date for PM Modi’s visit to Pune.
How do the heavy rains affect the city?
The heavy rains can cause flooding, road blockages, and other issues, making it difficult for people to move around safely.
What should we do if we have tickets for an event during his visit?
If you have tickets for an event, keep an eye on official announcements for updates on refunds or rescheduling.
