One notable example of PRAGATI’s effectiveness is the Kudgi Super Thermal Power Project (Stage-I) in Vijayapura district, Karnataka, implemented by NTPC Limited. One of the largest power stations in South India, the coal-based project comprises three units of 800 MW each and plays a vital role in meeting the growing power needs of southern States and Union Territories, supporting industrial growth, urbanisation and infrastructure development.

Recognising its strategic importance, the project was reviewed under PRAGATI on 24 June 2015, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Key directions were issued to address bottlenecks, including faster land handover, railway line doubling for material transport, and right of use for water pipelines. Regular PRAGATI reviews ensured coordinated action, timely strengthening of rail connectivity and uninterrupted logistics support, leading to the project’s completion on 3 December 2018. The successful execution of Kudgi highlights PRAGATI’s role as a powerful mechanism for translating large infrastructure investments into timely on-ground outcomes.

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During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed five major infrastructure projects related to roads, railways, power, water resources and coal sectors, spanning five states and involving an investment of over ₹40,000 crore. He also reviewed the implementation of the PM SHRI scheme and emphasized that PM SHRI schools should serve as models for holistic, future-ready education, with a focus on outcomes rather than mere infrastructure creation. Chief Secretaries were directed to closely monitor progress, and senior officers were encouraged to undertake field visits.

Reflecting on PRAGATI’s evolution, the Prime Minister said the platform exemplifies cooperative federalism by bringing together ministries, departments and state governments on a single problem-solving forum. Since 2014, 377 projects have been reviewed and nearly 94 per cent of identified issues resolved, unlocking several long-pending projects. Linking PRAGATI with the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, he called for institutionalising similar mechanisms at the state level to further simplify governance, improve performance and enhance citizens’ ease of living.

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