Developed Kerala is vital for dream of a developed India, says PM Modi
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Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects in Kerala and launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card scheme to support street vendors.
Background
PM Modi inaugurated projects in Thiruvananthapuram on January 23, 2026. The launch included the PM SVANidhi Credit Card scheme and highlighted the CSIR Innovation Hub and Radio Surgery Centre in Kerala.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemePM SVANidhi Credit Card: A scheme aimed at providing credit to street vendors across India.
- BodyCSIR Innovation Hub: A facility launched in Kerala to improve science infrastructure.
- FactNew passenger trains are planned between Guruvayur and Thrissur to improve rail connectivity.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how targeted credit schemes like PM SVANidhi contribute to the formalization of the informal economy and inclusive growth in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Financial inclusion: Bridging the credit gap for micro-entrepreneurs lacking traditional collateral
- Urban livelihoods: Strengthening the socio-economic resilience of street vendors through formal credit access
Keywords: Inclusive growth · Informal economy · Financial inclusion · Infrastructure development · Micro-entrepreneurship
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