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PM to lay foundation stone of 508 railway stations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of 508 railway station redevelopment projects across India on Sunday (August 6). The PM will address the event through videoconferencing. The Railways has arranged physical functions at 508 stations, signifying the launch of the mammoth exercise. Railway officials said this is the largest foundation stone-laying ceremony ever. “Improving passenger amenities is a major focus of our government. Our Prime Minister is personally monitoring the progress from time to time. He has given excellent inputs on the design of stations. He will be laying the foundation for 508 stations,†Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday.