Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate Vizhinjam international seaport on May 2
The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi to inaugurate Vizhinjam international seaport on May 2, with top officials and enhanced security measures.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will likely inaugurate the Vizhinjam international seaport on May 2. Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will attend the function with other dignitaries.
Official sources said the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) had sent a letter to the Kerala government confirming Mr. Modi’s visit.
The State police are preparing a comprehensive security scheme with the Prime Minister’ Special Protection Group concerning Mr. Modi’s visit.
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