Varanasi: In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modis proposed visit to his parliamentary constituency in the last fortnight of this month, the district administration has started making preparations in full swing. According to sources, PM Modi is likely to attend the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra and Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0 during his two-day proposed visit this month. Besides, he is also likely to address a public meeting, where he would inaugurate few ready projects, including the four-lane Shivpur-Phulwaria-Lehartara road and Namo Ghat.Speaking to TOI on Tuesday, divisional commissioner Kaushal Raj Sharma said though there was no intimation regarding dates of the PMs proposed visit, but a list of ready projects for inauguration and new projects for foundation laying is being finalized, in view of the strong possibility of the PMs two-day visit this month. Officials are also making preparations for events, in which the PM is likely to take part during his stay here either on December 17 or 18 or on other dates to be finalised by his office, the official added. A team of officials is also engaged in selection of the venue for the proposed public meeting during the PMs visit.We also published the following articles recentlyPublic anger grows against proposed Borim bridge projectVillagers of Borim accuse government of hiding details of Borim bridge project, raise objections to land acquisition. Government refuses to divulge information about project, especially number of houses to be demolished. Concerns about destruction to khazans, fisheries, and local economies. Information sought under RTI reveals alignment chosen is closest route to Mormugao port. Villagers question if government wants to construct bridge for transportation of coal through village.PM Modi virtually interacts with beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp YatraPrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra and launched a program to increase the number of Jan Aushadi Kendras from 10,000 to 25,000. He also launched Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendra. Under this program, drones will be provided to women Self Help Groups (SHGs) for livelihood assistance. The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra aims to make healthcare affordable and easily accessible. The Prime Ministers vision for a healthy India includes initiatives like Jan Aushadhi Kendra and the use of technology in agriculture.MahaRera proposes framework to ensure quality check of projectsMahaRera has floated a consultation paper on a framework for quality assurance in real estate projects to address quality issues and defects. The regulatory body aims to ensure that homebuyers are not affected by the defect liability clause. Third party agencies will be appointed to monitor quality in projects at different stages. Developers have the option to be part of the quality assurance framework. The consultation paper includes global best practices and provisions of the PMAY scheme.

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