Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat on October 30 and 31, 2026, for a series of major programmes covering farmer welfare, dairy development, infrastructure projects, railway connectivity, tourism and the annual Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar.
The Prime Minister will begin his engagements in Bhildi, Banaskantha district, on October 30, where he is scheduled to inaugurate the Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre (BBBRC), release the 24th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme and launch or announce several development projects worth more than ₹14,000 crore.
He will then travel to Ekta Nagar in Narmada district for Bharat Parv 2026, Ekta Prakash Parv and Narmada Aarti. On October 31, he is scheduled to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity and participate in the 151st birth anniversary celebrations of the national leader.
PM Modi Gujarat Visit 2026: Full Schedule at a Glance
| Date and time | Scheduled programme | Location |
|---|---|---|
| October 30, around 9:30 AM | Visit to the ET-IVF Laboratory and Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre | Bhildi, Banaskantha |
| October 30, around 10:30 AM | Development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore, PM-KISAN instalment release and train flag-offs | Banaskantha |
| October 30, around 5:00 PM | Inauguration of Bharat Parv 2026 | Ekta Nagar |
| October 30, around 7:45 PM | Ekta Prakash Parv | Ekta Nagar |
| October 30, around 8:15 PM | Narmada Aarti | Ekta Nagar |
| October 31, around 9:00 AM | Floral tribute at the Statue of Unity | Ekta Nagar |
| October 31, around 9:15 AM | Development projects worth over ₹400 crore | Ekta Nagar |
| October 31, after the project programme | Visit to Rain Forest and Vaman Vriksha Vatika | Ekta Nagar |
| October 31, around 5:30 PM | Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations and parade | Ekta Nagar |
October 30: PM Modi to Visit Banaskantha for Major Development Announcements
The first part of the Prime Minister’s Gujarat visit will focus on Banaskantha, a region where dairy farming, agriculture and animal husbandry are important parts of the local economy.
1. Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre in Bhildi
At approximately 9:30 AM, Modi is scheduled to visit the Embryo Transfer Technology–In Vitro Fertilisation (ET-IVF) Laboratory and the Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre in Bhildi.
Spread across approximately 127 acres, the centre has been developed as a specialised facility to strengthen cattle breeding, genetic improvement and advanced reproductive technologies. It is described in the visit note as India’s first facility of its kind dedicated to the Kankrej cattle breed.
The centre is expected to support scientific breeding practices and improve the quality and productivity of indigenous cattle. The project has been reported at a cost of approximately ₹328.77 crore.
2. ₹19,000 Crore PM-KISAN Instalment for Farmers
One of the most significant announcements expected during the Banaskantha programme is the release of the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme.
According to the latest visit note, the instalment is expected to total approximately ₹19,000 crore and provide continued financial assistance to eligible farmer families across India. Under PM-KISAN, eligible farmer families receive ₹6,000 annually in three instalments of ₹2,000 each through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Farmers should check their individual payment status through the official portal rather than assuming that registration guarantees payment.
How to check your PM-KISAN status:
- Visit https://pmkisan.gov.in/.
- Select the “Know Your Status” option.
- Enter the required registration details.
- Complete the verification process.
- Check the payment status and any pending requirements.
Incomplete e-KYC, incorrect bank details or eligibility-related issues may affect payment.
3. Two New Bio-CNG Plants for Banas Dairy
The Prime Minister is scheduled to lay the foundation stones for two Bio-CNG plants associated with Banas Dairy.
The proposed facilities are:
- Tharad: Capacity to process 75 metric tonnes of cattle dung per day.
- Radhanpur: Capacity to process 100 metric tonnes of cattle dung per day.
Together, the plants will have a planned cattle-dung processing capacity of 175 metric tonnes per day. The projects are intended to support renewable energy production while creating additional value from dairy-farm waste. They also reflect the growing focus on linking dairy cooperatives with waste management and clean-energy initiatives.
4. Ahmedabad Metro Phase-2A and Phase-2B Extensions
The Banaskantha programme is also scheduled to include the foundation stone for two Ahmedabad Metro extensions.
Phase-2A: Airport Extension
- Planned length: More than 6 km.
- Planned stations: Five.
- Route: Koteshwar Road to Ahmedabad Airport.
Phase-2B: GIFT City Extension
- Planned length: More than 3.3 km.
- Planned stations: Three.
- Route: GIFT City to Shahpur.
These proposed extensions are intended to improve connectivity to the airport and GIFT City, supporting commuter movement and access to important commercial and transport destinations.
The project announcement concerns the foundation stone; it does not mean the new sections will open for passengers immediately.
5. Ahmedabad–Mehsana Highway to Be Upgraded to Eight Lanes
The Prime Minister is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for upgrading and strengthening the Ahmedabad–Mehsana Road, State Highway 41. The project is estimated to cost around ₹2,600 crore and will upgrade the road from four lanes to eight lanes.
The expansion is expected to improve travel between Ahmedabad and North Gujarat, reduce traffic pressure and provide safer, more convenient movement for commuters and commercial vehicles.
6. More Than 4,000 New Child-Friendly Anganwadi Centres
The visit note also includes a major child-development initiative in Gujarat. The Prime Minister is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for 4,030 new child-friendly Anganwadi centres and inaugurate 361 completed centres.
The initiative involves an investment of approximately ₹800 crore and is expected to benefit more than four lakh people. Child-friendly Anganwadi infrastructure is intended to improve early childhood care, nutrition-related services and learning environments for young children.
7. 521 Agriculture Infrastructure Projects Worth Around ₹4,950 Crore
Another major component of the Banaskantha programme is the dedication of 521 projects completed under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund. The projects have a combined reported cost of approximately ₹4,950 crore and cover infrastructure such as:
- Cold storage facilities and cold chains.
- Warehouses and silos.
- Polyhouses and greenhouses.
- Integrated primary and secondary processing facilities.
- Primary agricultural processing centres.
These facilities are intended to strengthen post-harvest infrastructure, improve storage and processing capacity, and help farmers and agricultural businesses manage produce more efficiently.
8. New Railway Services: Ahmedabad–Varanasi Express and Mehsana–Sabarmati MEMU
The Prime Minister is scheduled to flag off two train services during the Banaskantha programme.
The services are:
- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati)–Varanasi Express.
- Mehsana–Becharaji–Sabarmati MEMU service.
The new services are intended to strengthen rail connectivity and provide additional travel options for passengers.
Travellers should check the official Indian Railways enquiry system for the final timetable, train number, stops, frequency and ticket availability before planning their journeys.
9. Banas Dairy’s Potato and UHT Processing Facilities
The visit programme also includes the inauguration or commissioning of two facilities associated with Banas Dairy. The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the expansion of the potato-processing plant at Sanadar and commission the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) for ultra-high-temperature (UHT) products at Palanpur.
The potato-processing expansion is relevant to agricultural value addition, while the automated storage system is intended to improve the handling and storage of packaged dairy products.
10. Horticulture Clusters to Benefit More Than 1.3 Lakh Farmers
The Prime Minister is also scheduled to mark the start of on-ground activities under 12 approved horticulture clusters. According to the visit note, these clusters cover approximately 1.46 lakh hectares and are expected to benefit more than 1.3 lakh farmers. Two clusters in North Gujarat will focus on potatoes.
The cluster-based approach aims to strengthen horticultural production and related infrastructure, helping connect farmers with processing, storage and market opportunities.
October 30 Evening: Bharat Parv 2026, Ekta Prakash Parv and Narmada Aarti
After completing the Banaskantha programme, Modi is scheduled to travel to Ekta Nagar, near the Statue of Unity in the Narmada district. The evening programme will focus on India’s cultural diversity, national unity and tourism.
Bharat Parv 2026 to Continue Until November 15
At approximately 5 PM, the Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate Bharat Parv 2026. The festival is designed to showcase India’s cultural heritage and the spirit of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.” States and Union Territories will have opportunities to present their distinctive traditions and attractions.
Expected highlights include:
- Folk dances and cultural performances.
- Regional cuisines.
- Handicrafts and traditional products.
- Tourism destinations from different parts of India.
- Displays celebrating India’s cultural diversity.
The festival is scheduled to continue until November 15, 2026, giving visitors an extended opportunity to explore the cultural showcase.
Ekta Prakash Parv: A Major Illumination Attraction
At approximately 7:45 PM, Modi is scheduled to witness Ekta Prakash Parv, an illumination festival celebrating India’s unity, diversity and development. The event includes two major attractions.
Valley of Flowers Road illumination
The approximately 530-metre-long illuminated stretch follows the theme “From Ancient India to Modern India.” Its displays cover India’s civilisation, national identity, women’s empowerment, security forces, technology, yoga and themes for children.
Glow Tunnel
The approximately 180-metre-long tunnel follows the theme “Unity in India’s Diversity.” It offers a walkthrough experience featuring the cultures, architecture, folk dances, handicrafts and lifestyles of India’s four regions. The visit note states that more than 1.5 crore LED lights have been used in the illumination displays, with artworks created by artists from different parts of the country.
Narmada Aarti at Approximately 8:15 PM
The Prime Minister is scheduled to attend Narmada Aarti at around 8:15 PM. The ceremony will form part of the evening’s spiritual and cultural programme at Ekta Nagar, which attracts visitors to the Statue of Unity region.
Tourists planning to attend Bharat Parv or the illumination displays should check official visitor information for access arrangements, timings, parking and any security-related restrictions.
October 31: Statue of Unity and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2026
October 31 marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. The day is observed nationally as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, or National Unity Day.
In 2026, the celebrations mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, who was born on October 31, 1875.
1. Floral Tribute at the Statue of Unity
At approximately 9 AM, Modi is scheduled to offer floral tributes at the Statue of Unity, the monument dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Ekta Nagar. The tribute is among the central events of the annual National Unity Day programme.
2. Development Projects Worth Over ₹400 Crore
At approximately 9:15 AM, the Prime Minister is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for, inaugurate and dedicate various development projects worth more than ₹400 crore in Ekta Nagar.
Projects listed in the visit note include:
- Sewage and water-treatment infrastructure.
- Facade lighting.
- Upgradation of Narmada Ghat.
- An IRCTC hotel.
- Rain Forest, Unity and Eco Trail projects.
- Gora–Bhandra Road development.
- Integrated zero-waste smart solid-waste management.
- Khalwani eco-tourism development.
- Integrated development at the Cactus and Butterfly Garden.
The projects are intended to improve tourism facilities, local infrastructure, sanitation and environmental management in the Statue of Unity region.
3. Visit to Rain Forest and Vaman Vriksha Vatika
After the project programme, Modi is scheduled to visit Rain Forest and Vaman Vriksha Vatika in Ekta Nagar.
These attractions form part of the region’s wider tourism offering, which combines nature-based experiences with the Statue of Unity and other public attractions.
4. Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Parade at Approximately 5:30 PM
The main National Unity Day celebration is scheduled for around 5:30 PM.
The Ekta Parade will feature personnel from Central Armed Police Forces, state police forces and central police organisations. The programme is intended to showcase discipline, professionalism, courage and service to the country.
The 2026 programme is also expected to highlight the achievements of security forces in combating Left-Wing Extremism and supporting the transition of affected areas towards peace, security and development.
Key programme highlights include:
- A special theatrical presentation on Naxal Mukt Bharat by the National School of Drama, involving approximately 2,000 artists from 126 districts affected by Left-Wing Extremism.
- Tableaux and cultural performances centred on Vande Mataram.
- Presentations reflecting India’s national identity, development and cultural diversity.
- A grand cultural programme featuring approximately 5,000 artists from across India, according to the visit note.
The programme will bring together national unity, public service and cultural heritage as part of the annual tribute to Sardar Patel.
What the Gujarat Visit Means for Farmers, Commuters and Tourists
The two-day programme covers several sectors that affect people across Gujarat and beyond.
For farmers: The PM-KISAN instalment, agriculture infrastructure projects, horticulture clusters and cattle-breeding facilities focus on agricultural support and productivity.
For commuters: The planned Ahmedabad Metro extensions, highway expansion and new railway services are intended to strengthen transport connectivity.
For dairy producers: The cattle-breeding centre and proposed Bio-CNG plants connect livestock improvement with renewable-energy production.
For families and tourists: Bharat Parv 2026, Ekta Prakash Parv and improvements to Ekta Nagar’s tourism infrastructure offer additional cultural and visitor experiences.
Also read, PM Modi to Lay Foundation for Two Banas Dairy Bio-CNG Plants in Gujarat on October 30
The visit combines immediate welfare assistance with longer-term infrastructure and development announcements.
Official Links to Check Updates
- PM-KISAN beneficiary status: https://pmkisan.gov.in/
- Prime Minister of India: https://www.pmindia.gov.in/
- Indian Railways passenger information: https://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/
- Statue of Unity visitor information: https://statueofunity.in/
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