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PM Modi greets Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, asks about health at Bhogapuram airport launch

Published on: 02 Aug 2026, 12:01 AM
PM Modi greets Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, asks about health at Bhogapuram airport launch

Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan received a special gesture from Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the inauguration of the Bhogapuram airport on Saturday. During the event, the Prime Minister briefly interacted with Mr. Pawan Kalyan and enquired about his health, as the latter is recovering from a recent shoulder surgery.

Mr. Pawan Kalyan, wearing a sling, attended his first public meeting since the surgery and shared the dais with Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The interaction between the PM and the Deputy CM was seen as a warm moment during the formal proceedings.

The Deputy CM's appearance at the event drew attention, given his ongoing recovery. He underwent surgery on his shoulder recently, and the sling was a visible reminder of his condition. PM Modi's enquiry about his well-being was a personal touch amid the official programme.

The Bhogapuram airport is a significant infrastructure project for Andhra Pradesh, expected to enhance regional connectivity and boost economic activity. The inauguration was attended by senior state and central officials, along with local leaders and citizens.

In his address at the event, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu highlighted the airport's potential to transform the region, while Prime Minister Modi spoke about the government's commitment to improving infrastructure across the country. The speeches focused on development and future growth prospects.

The event marked a milestone for the state's aviation sector, with the airport poised to serve as a major hub. The presence of top political leaders underscored the project's importance for the region's progress.

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