{
  "id": 16457309,
  "title": "PM Modi inaugurates ₹150-crore Arvind Limited textile plant in Varanasi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/pm-modi-inaugurates-150-crore-arvind-limited-textile-plant-in-varanasi",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-25T09:37:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times",
    "slug": "hindustan-times",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/pm-modi-inaugurates-150-crore-arvind-limited-textile-plant-in-varanasi-101792921048674.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a ₹150 crore textile plant owned by Arvind Limited in Varanasi on Sunday. The facility, situated in Khochwan, Mirzamurad, is projected to generate numerous jobs, with special emphasis on employing local women. The Prime Minister questioned Arvind Mills' officials regarding the fabrics being manufactured, which include Khadi-based products. The plant, spanning about 7-8 acres, was built at a cost of approximately ₹150 crore. During his visit, Modi conversed directly with women undergoing training at the site. He also toured an exhibition displaying the fabrics produced by Arvind Mills. This plant is the first of its kind in the Purvanchal region, set to create thousands of jobs and strengthen the textile and garment manufacturing sector. The UP government highlighted that over 300 women have already been hired and are currently being trained. This new facility will produce sportswear, undergarments, and other items for several prominent global brands. Following the inauguration, Modi watched a grand finale air show at Namo Ghat. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and other distinguished guests.",
  "summary": "Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Arvind Limited’s ₹150-crore textile plant in Varanasi, where over 300 women have been recruited for training and thousands of jobs are expected.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}