Taking a dig at the opposition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that while those driven by the desire for power are only interested in advancing their own families, his government is committed to inclusive development. While speaking at an event after laying the foundation stone for 44 projects valued at Rs 3,880 crore, he said, "Our guiding mantra in serving the nation has always been 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas'. With this spirit, we continue to move forward for the betterment of every citizen." He said that, unlike others, power-hungry individuals spend all their time playing political games, not out of concern for the country, but solely to promote their families and build support based on family ties.

"Those who play games day and night only to grab power, their principle is 'parivar ka saath parivar ka vikas' (family support, family development)," expressed PM Modi in his Parliamentary constituency.

According to Varanasi Divisional Commissioner Kaushal Raj Sharma, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated several rural development projects, including 130 drinking water initiatives, 100 new Anganwadi centres, 356 libraries, a polytechnic college in Pindra, and a government degree college. He also opened a transit hostel at the police lines, new police barracks in Ramnagar, and four rural roads. Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also attended the event.

Regarding Kashi as "Purvanchal's economic map," Prime Minister Modi said that Varanasi has seen rapid development over the past decade. He described Kashi as an "ancient city but also a progressive city." After inaugurating and laying the foundation for several development projects, PM Modi addressed the people of Varanasi in Bhojpuri. "I salute my family members of Kashi. I will always be thankful for the love and respect that I have received from you all. Kashi belongs to me, and I belong to Kashi," he said. He added that he feels fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet everyone in Sankatmochan Maharaj's Kashi.

"Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated tomorrow, and today, I have received this chance to meet you all in Sankatmochan Maharaj's Kashi. The people of Kashi have gathered here today to celebrate the festival of development. The development of Varanasi has picked up in the last 10 years. Aaj Kashi sirf puratan nhi, meri Kashi pragatisheel bhi hai (Kashi is not just an ancient city but also a progressive city). Kashi is now at the centre of Purvanchal's economic map... Many infrastructure projects to boost connectivity, providing 'nal see jal' to every household, education, healthcare, and expansion of sports facilities, and the resolve to provide better facilities for every region, every family, and every youngster will be eased and facilitated with these projects inaugurated today, and will prove to be a milestone towards a 'Viksit Purvanchal," he further said.

The Prime Minister pointed to the better healthcare facilities in his constituency and said that proper development is reflected when essential services reach the people directly. "We also know the problems that existed regarding treatment in the entire Purvanchal 10-11 years ago. Today, the situation is different, my Kashi is now also becoming the capital of health. Today, the big hospitals in Delhi and Mumbai are near your home. This is development, where facilities come to the people. When you blessed us for the third time, we also fulfilled our duty as servants with love. My guarantee was that the treatment of the elderly would be free. The result of this is the Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana. This scheme is not only for the treatment of the elderly but also for their respect. Today, India is moving ahead, carrying both development and heritage together. Our Kashi is becoming its best model. Here is the flow of the Ganga and also the flow of India's consciousness," he spoke.

On the occasion of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule’s birth anniversary, Prime Minister Modi paid tribute to the social reformer and noted that both Jyotiba Phule and Savitribai Phule devoted their lives to uplifting and empowering women. "Today is also the birth anniversary of Jyotiba Phule. Jyotiba Phule and Savitribai Phule dedicated their entire lives to empowering women and working for the betterment of society. Today, we are also taking their movement to empower women forward and giving it new energy," per the PM.