New Delhi, June 9 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched 56 development projects worth Rs.2,970 crore for the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, including the inauguration of the Namo Airport and a 300-bed Namo Hospital.

The projects cover multiple sectors such as healthcare, civil aviation, tourism, education, connectivity and urban infrastructure. The visit marked Modi's eighth trip to the Union Territory in the last ten years.

The Prime Minister was received by Union Territory Administrator Praful Patel and other public representatives at the main function held at the Swami Vivekananda Sports Ground. The visit also featured a roadshow and cultural performances by local artists and schoolchildren....