Introduction
PM Modi Chairs 49th PRAGATI Meeting: On 24 September 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 49th PRAGATI meeting, reviewing major infrastructure projects worth ₹65,000 crore across 15 States and Union Territories. The session focused on ensuring timely execution, resolving bottlenecks, and reinforcing outcome-driven governance.
Understanding PRAGATI
PRAGATI stands for Pro-Active Governance And Timely Implementation. It is an ICT-enabled multi-modal platform launched by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) on 25 March 2015. The platform directly links the Prime Minister, Union Secretaries, and Chief Secretaries of States, allowing seamless monitoring of critical projects.
It enables real-time interaction with State authorities, helping bypass bureaucratic delays and ensuring swift decisions. Static GK fact: PRAGATI was the first platform in India to combine digital governance with direct PM-led monitoring.
Focus of the 49th Meeting
The Prime Minister reviewed eight major projects spanning multiple sectors:
- Mining projects for efficient resource utilization
- Railway infrastructure for logistics and passenger mobility
- Water resources for irrigation and urban supply
- Industrial corridors to support manufacturing and exports
- Power sector initiatives to meet rising energy demand
These projects together represent a major push towards balanced development across India’s diverse regions.
Key Themes of Discussion
The 49th meeting highlighted four central themes:
- Timely execution with strict milestones
- Coordinated approach between Centre and States
- Bottleneck resolution in areas like land acquisition and clearances
- Outcome-based governance to replace process-heavy bureaucracy
Static GK Tip: PRAGATI reviews are usually held every month, ensuring constant momentum in implementation.
Infrastructure as a Growth Driver
Infrastructure has always been at the core of India’s growth story. Investments in railways, power, and industrial corridors stimulate employment, attract investment, and reduce logistics costs. Faster completion ensures benefits reach citizens promptly, improving living standards.
Static GK fact: The Indian Railways is the fourth largest rail network in the world, making its expansion under PRAGATI significant for economic competitiveness.
Centre-State Coordination
The PRAGATI model reinforces cooperative federalism by creating a direct interface between the Prime Minister and State officials. This setup minimizes procedural delays and allows faster resolution of long-pending issues.
Citizen-Centric Governance
At the heart of PRAGATI lies citizen welfare. Timely completion of projects ensures improved transportation, electricity access, and water supply. Delays, however, lead to cost overruns and service gaps, which impact the economy and people’s daily lives.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
PM Modi Chairs 49th PRAGATI Meeting:
| Topic | Detail |
| 49th PRAGATI Meeting Date | 24 September 2025 |
| Chaired by | Prime Minister Narendra Modi |
| Total Investment Reviewed | ₹65,000 crore |
| Number of Projects | 8 major infrastructure projects |
| States and UTs Covered | 15 |
| Sectors Involved | Mines, Railways, Water, Industrial Corridors, Power |
| PRAGATI Launch Date | 25 March 2015 |
| PRAGATI Full Form | Pro-Active Governance And Timely Implementation |
| Platform Type | ICT-enabled multi-modal platform |
| Initiated by | Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) |
