Patna, Vikas Kumar Ojha, 12th January 2025: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, during his Pragati Yatra, gifted Madhubani district more than ₹1107 crore. On this occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated, launched, and laid the foundation for 139 development projects remotely.
The Chief Minister’s Program:
- The Chief Minister first paid homage to the statue of Martyr Ramphal Mandal by offering floral tributes.
- Afterward, he inspected the Anganwadi center at Durgeepatti in Khutouna block, where he interacted with children and teachers, discussing the quality of education.
- The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of fostering interest in education among young children.
Dialogue with Jeevika Didis:
The Chief Minister visited the stalls set up by Jeevika Didis, where various departments displayed their work.
He distributed certificates to 926 landless families and handed over tricycles to differently-abled persons.
The Chief Minister remarked, “You all are doing a great job. When we started, there were very few self-help groups in Bihar, but now that number has significantly increased.”
Protective and Developmental Works:
The Chief Minister remotely inaugurated various development projects, including water supply systems, PCC roads, pond beautification projects, and solar energy initiatives.
He inspected the Amrit Sarovar as part of the Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali campaign and directed the authorities to construct stepped ghats around the pond.
River Revival Plan:
The Chief Minister reviewed the river revival project in Sukki village, aimed at diverting water during floods to mitigate the impact of floods.
This project will provide irrigation facilities to approximately 10,000 hectares of land, enhancing the farmers’ income.
Riverfront Development Work:
The Chief Minister inaugurated the Sugrave Biar Riverfront located near Araria Sangram village in Jhanjharpur block.
A riverbank development and protective work project worth ₹13.96 crore was launched. The Chief Minister appreciated the beautification of the riverfront.
Irrigation Projects Inauguration:
The Chief Minister reviewed the proposed expansion plan for the West Kosi Canal along National Highway 57, which will provide irrigation facilities to 26,879 hectares.
This plan will benefit 80 villages, increasing agricultural productivity.
Review Meeting:
The Chief Minister conducted a review meeting for development projects in Jhanjharpur block at Araria Sangram.
District officials provided updates on various projects, including the ‘Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal’, ‘Chief Minister’s Entrepreneur Scheme’, ‘Chief Minister’s Agricultural Electric Connection Scheme’, and others.
The Chief Minister instructed the officials to resolve issues swiftly and emphasized accelerating the pace of development.
Chief Minister’s Announcements:
The Chief Minister reiterated the state’s focus on prioritizing development in all regions, including roads, bridges, healthcare, education, and public services.
He mentioned that the goal of providing 10 lakh government jobs since 2005 was nearly achieved, with 9 lakh jobs filled and plans to increase it to 12 lakh.
He also emphasized 50% reservation for women, the cleanliness campaign in Panchayats, and increasing women’s participation in government jobs.
Impact of Development:
The Chief Minister highlighted the progress made since 2005, with substantial improvements in infrastructure, education, health, and employment opportunities.
He also talked about the expansion of medical colleges in Bihar, which have increased from 6 to 12 colleges.
Development in Madhubani District:
The Chief Minister reviewed the development works ongoing in Madhubani, including the construction of a medical college, engineering college, and women’s ITI.
A medical college costing ₹515 crore is being built in Madhubani, and the Mithila painting museum is also under construction in Saurath.
The Chief Minister also discussed the renovation of ponds and wells under the Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali campaign in Madhubani.
Agriculture and Rural Development:
The Chief Minister highlighted various schemes for enhancing irrigation facilities for farmers, including the construction of agricultural feeders and agricultural electric connections.
He stated that Bihar now faces no water shortage and that farmers are receiving adequate water supply.
Health and Education:
The Chief Minister mentioned the improvements in healthcare, stating that the number of patients in primary health centers has increased.
In education, numerous government schools and colleges have been constructed, improving access to quality education.
Economic Prosperity:
The Chief Minister discussed Bihar’s growing economic prosperity, noting that the state’s economic growth rate has improved since 2006, leading to more job opportunities.
Endnote:
The Chief Minister concluded his speech by stating that Bihar’s condition is much better now compared to the past, and everyone must work together to make it even better.
He thanked all public representatives and officials, urging them to continue contributing to the state’s development.
Thus, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s visit to Madhubani district with the inauguration and foundation-laying of 139 development projects totaling over ₹1107 crore has paved the way for new directions in rural development across Bihar.
