Live: PM Modi and CM Vijay Launch Chennai Metro Phase 2, Unveil Projects Worth Over ₹13,000 Crore

India is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and is also moving forward on dream to conduct 2036 Olympics. In the coming years, big ticket sporting events will happen in India; country’s youth have platform, potential, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi at golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School at Chennai Trade Centre in Nandambakkam - PTI **EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this screengrab from a video posted on Oct. 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the gathering during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School, in Chennai. (@NarendraModi/YT via PTI Photo)(PTI10_11_2026_000353B)

PM Modi the golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School: “This institution is a prime example of how, alongside education, one can mould citizens who are filled with patriotism. I had even mentioned this in my ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. Consider how Girija-amma inspired the children with an idea: every child would save just one rupee and dedicate it to the nation’s soldiers. When thousands of children joined this initiative, around Rs. 40 lakh rupees were raised. Even a modest effort can create a significant impact.”

PM Modi at Chennai: “I am the representative of Kashi. Even today, people of Varanasi remember Mahakavi Bharathiyar’s ‘Achamillai’ verse which inspires to live fearlessly. I urge all of you here to give yourselves a chance to be fearless. Work on your ideas. Dream big, think different, and be fearless.” - ANI

Speaking at the golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matric. Hr. Sec. School at Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says: “The new ideas and solutions needed for a developed India will not only shape the future of India but also of the world. Today, the world is looking for solutions and you have the potential to provide these solutions. I want every youth to see his future on the same big canvas because this is your time. This is your opportunity.” - ANI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his speech at Kendriya Vidyalaya Ground in IIT Madras, said: “As a CM, I got multiple opportunities to interact with Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa. When I became Prime Minister, I got the opportunity to work with Jayalalithaa, O. Panneerselvam, Edappadi Palaniswami, and M.K. Stalin. Governments changed, but my resolve to develop Tamil Nadu and serve the people here and we are taking this journey forward with CM Joseph Vijay...” - ANI WhatsApp Image 2026-10-11 at 3.34.17 PM-2.jpeg

TVK cadres seated in the last row blew whistles even as the Prime Minister addressed the public meeting at Kendriya Vidyalaya Ground in Chennai in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on October 11, 2026. The TVK cadre also displayed placards bearing photographs of the party president Mr. Vijay and the slogan ‘Next Prime Minister’ - B. Kolappan WhatsApp Image 2026-10-11 at 3.23.14 PM.jpeg

During a public function at the Kendriya Vidyalaya Ground in Chennai city, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹13,000 crore in Chennai. The projects are from various sectors such as Metro Rail, highway, railway, port, petroleum, and scientific research.

Speaking at the public function being attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Kendriya Vidyalaya Ground in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay says: “When the State and centre work together, it will benefit people. We are seeking to establish a corruption free government in Tamil Nadu.” - B. Kolappan

During his daylong visit to Chennai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre (SGBC) at IIT Madras on October 11, 2026.

**EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this screengrab from a video posted on Oct. 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, takes a ride in the Chennai Metro, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. (@NarendraModi/YT via PTI Photo)(PTI10_11_2026_000101B)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who reached the premises of IIT Madras, offered prayers at the Jalakandeshwarar Temple in the campus in Chennai on Sunday (October 11, 2026).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who has now reached the campus of IIT Madras held a roadshow in Chennai on his way to the institution from Porur after inauguration of Chennai Metro Rail’s phase 2 network.

**EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this screengrab from a video posted on Oct. 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, inaugurates the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of Phase II of the Chennai Metro Rail Project, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. (@NarendraModi/YT via PTI Photo)(PTI10_11_2026_000098B)

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January 2019: The Tamil Nadu government accords in-principle approval for the phase 2 project. November 2020: Union Home Minister Amit Shah lays the foundation stone for the phase 2 project. July 2021: Piling work for the elevated stretch from Poonamallee to Vadapalani gets under way on Arcot Road. October 2024: Cabinet approves the Chennai Metro Rail’s phase 2 project. October 2024: The first driverless train arrives at Poonamallee depot. March 2025: Chennai Metro Rail completes the viaduct between Poonamallee and Porur. March 2025: Chennai Metro Rail completes the viaduct between Poonamallee and Porur. April 2025: Chennai Metro Rail operates a trial run from Poonamallee till Porur. December 2025: The Railway Board approves the operation of the signalling system. January 2026: Trial run carried out from Porur Junction to Vadapalani February 2026: The Commissioner of Railway Safety inspects the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch and gives only conditional approval. May 2026: Commissioner of Railway Safety gives final authorisation for operations from Poonamallee to Vadapalani. October 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate the first stretch of the phase 2 network - Sunitha Sekar

Arrangements in place at IIT Madras, the venue of PM Modi’s next programme in Chennai.

After the ride in the Chennai Metro Rail’s phase II train from Porur Bypass Road to Poonamallee and back to Porur Bypass Road station, PM Modi and CM Vijay leave for worship at Jalakandeshwarar Temple in IIT Madras campus - Sunitha Sekar