PM Modi inaugurates Sardardham complex in Vadodara, launches ₹500 crore education scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, 11 May inaugurated the Sardardham educational complex in Vadodara, Gujarat, announcing the Sardar Dham Education Support Yojana with an outlay of ₹500 crore and delivering a pointed address on political continuity as a driver of development. The event also saw him conferred the 'Sardar Gaurav Ratna' by organisations of the Patidar community.
Key Announcements at the Event
Modi inaugurated Sardar Dham Bhavan-3 and launched a series of initiatives under the Sardar Dham educational and social development framework. The flagship announcement was the Sardar Dham Education Support Yojana, backed by a ₹500 crore outlay, aimed at expanding educational access and support within the Patidar community's institutional network.
The programme was attended by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Union Minister and Sardar Dham founding trustee Mansukh Mandaviya, Sardar Dham President Gagji Sutar, and Dushyant Patel, among others.
Modi on Political Stability and Development
Addressing the gathering, Modi cited recent electoral outcomes in West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry, stating they