Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Chennai on October 11 to unveil and lay the foundation stones for multiple development projects valued at upwards of Rs 13,000 crore. Touching down at the airport around 11:00 AM, the Prime Minister was received warmly by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, who shook hands with him on the tarmac. The visit also featured the launch of the Poonamallee-Vadapalani phase of the Chennai Metro, alongside key public infrastructure engagements across the city.
Street Demonstrations and Public Reception
Directly outside the airport complex, Prime Minister Modi held a brief roadshow along the designated transit route. Waving toward rows of Bharatiya Janata Party workers and supporters gathered behind protective barricades, he acknowledged the public greetings. As the official motorcade drove past the terminal perimeter, crowds assembled along the roadsides cheered and chanted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' in a strong show of welcome.
Cultural Ensembles and Roadside Performances
To celebrate the high-profile arrival, the state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party organized formal cultural events at designated spots near the transit corridors. These included traditional dance troupes and musical performances representing regional artistic heritage. Flanked by enthusiastic party cadres and onlookers lining the streets, the convoy moved onward toward the scheduled public ceremonies.
