India news Live Updates, 13 November 2026: PM Modi arrives in Bengaluru; to launch development projects worth Rs 15,600 crore

PM Modi arrives in Bengaluru, where he will launch development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore and flag off a metro service from Tavarekere.

13 Nov 2026, 03:13 · The Indian Express · Join

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar receives and welcomes PM Modi at HAL Airport, Bengaluru (Photo/ANI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at HAL Airport in Bengaluru, where Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar welcomed him. Governor Dr Sudha Yadav was also present. During his visit, the Prime Minister will lay foundation stones and inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 15,600 crore and flag off a metro service before undertaking a ride from Tavarekere to IIM Bangalore metro station.

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