New Delhi, Mar 5 (KNN) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday reviewed the progress of key infrastructure sectors including power, coal, housing, ports, and Digital India.

He was informed by the officials that the progress of electrification of all unelectrified villages is proceeding at a rapid pace. Out of the approximately 18,500 unelectrified villages, about 6000 have already been electrified along with the progress of this important initiative is being tracked in real-time using sophisticated technology applications, including geo-tagging.

He was also told that the Coal India Limited has achieved a 9.2% increase in production this year, as compared to an average of just 3 percent growth over the last 5 years.

The Prime Minister asked to take immediate measures to scale up the speed of providing broadband connectivity to all Gram Panchayats.

He also inquired about the progress in providing Wi-Fi connectivity at important tourist destinations across the country. He was informed that.

However so far, 12 such locations have been provided public Wi-Fi connectivity.

The Prime Minister reviewed progress towards housing for all. He directed concerned officials to expedite the implementation of this scheme, using a judicious mix of modern technology, and local building materials and techniques. (KNN Bureau with PIB Inputs)