India, July 17 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation various development projects worth around Rs.14,700 crore in Jind, Haryana. Expressing profound joy upon arrival at the site, the Prime Minister highlighted the region's rich historical, martial, and spiritual legacy, uniquely blessed by the Shakti Peeth Mata Jayanti. Recalling his initial visits to the city decades ago for organizational duties, he fondly recalled the unforgettable affection he received, intrinsically linked to local culinary staples like Murrah buffalo dairy, desi bura, and ghevar. "This is no ordinary land; it is a profound land of history, bravery, religion, and immense pride," observed Shri Modi.

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