Tension grips Patna University campus after bomb explosion ahead of students' union election
PATNA: Patna University witnessed heightened tension on Wednesday after a crude bomb explosion near Darbhanga House, damaging a professors car just weeks before the student union elections scheduled for March 29. The incident occurred amid a violent clash between two student groups, leaving students in shock. Locals reported that over 30 individuals were involved in the altercation, allegedly over campus supremacy. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Diksha Bhawre confirmed that a crude bomb was hurled at the car of Professor Laxmi Narayan, head of the culture department. Though Narayan was unharmed, his vehicle sustained damage. The professor was inside a classroom when the explosion occurred. CCTV footage from nearby houses is being reviewed to identify those responsible, and action will be taken based on evidence, said ASP Bhawre. VIDEO | Bihar: A clash erupted between two groups at Darbhanga House in Patna University earlier today. Heres what ASP Diksha Bhaware said. ... We received the information today that a sutli bomb was fired and a car has been damaged in that. We are analysing the camera pic.twitter.com/r2Y9XU9ZDr Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 5, 2025 Sources said the vehicle belonged to professor Laxmi Narayan, head of the culture department. However, Prof. Narayan stated that the explosion was unrelated to him, as he was delivering a lecture when the incident occurred. My vehicle was parked outside the building where I was teaching. The incident may be linked to tensions surrounding the upcoming student elections, he said, adding that he has filed a complaint regarding the damage. A police team from Pirbahore police station visited the scene, collected evidence, and launched an investigation. Patrolling has been intensified as a precaution. We are closely monitoring student activities following the explosion, a police officer from Pirbahore station said.
Teen dies after alleged rape in Darbhanga
Akasa Air to start direct flights from Delhi to Darbhanga on April 4
Akasa Air announced Darbhanga as its 28th destination, offering daily flights from Delhi starting April 4. This move, expected to enhance regional economic activity, adds to Akasa Airs ever-expanding network which includes 23 domestic and five international cities.
Anam Zafar becomes the first MANUU student to get All India Rank 1 in UGC NET JRF
Hyderabad: Here is an amazing story of a single mother and her only child who brought tears of joy to her eyes by securing the First rank in the UGC-NET JRF examination. Anam Zafar, 25, secured the 100 percentile in the examination. Her mother, Rehana Khatoon, lives in Chandanpatti village, Darbhanga district in Bihar. When Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Nitish Kumar expands Cabinet, inducts seven new faces from BJP
PATNA: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday expanded his cabinet with the induction of seven new faces, all from the alliance partner BJP. The development comes three days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bhagalpur where he transferred the 19th instalment of PM Kishan Samman Nidhi to bank accounts of farmers and inaugurated several development projects. All the seven MLAs were sworn in as ministers at a simple function held at Raj Bhawan. Governor Arif Mohammad Khan administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly inducted ministers in the presence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Speaker of Bihar assembly Nand Kishore Yadav, deputy chief ministersSamrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha besides other ministers of the Nitish Kumar cabinet. Those who were inducted as ministers in the much-awaited expansion includeSanjay Sagaogi (Darbhanga Town), Jibesh Mishra (Jale), Dr. Sunil Kumar (Biharsharif), Raju Kumar Singh (Sahebganj), Krishna Kumar Mantu (Amnour), Motilal Prasad (Riga) and Vijay Mandal (Sikti). The expansion assumed significance in the wake of assembly elections due in October-November this year. Hours before the expansion of cabinet, revenue and land reforms department minister Dilip Jaiswal resigned from the post of minister on the directive of the central leadership of the party. His resignation was accepted, paving the way for the induction of the seventh minister in the cabinet. With the induction of seven new ministers, the strength of the new cabinet has gone upto 36 in the 243-member Bihar legislative assembly. Earlier, there were only 30 ministers, including Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Several ministers, including Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, Nitish Mishra and Mandal Pandey were holding additional charge of two or more than two departments. Sources said that the departments would be allocated to the newly inducted ministers shortly. With Wednesdays cabinet expansion, the number of ministers from BJP quota in the 243-member Bihar assembly has gone upto 21 while its ally Janata Dal (United) has 13 ministers. Of the 21 ministers from BJP quota are two deputy chief ministersSamrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha. One Independent MLA is also a minister. Regional and caste factors played a crucial role in the selection of names of MLAs elevated to ministers in poll-bound Bihar. The ruling BJP has tried to woo voters of Mithilanchal and Simanchal region by giving prominence to its MLAs in the new cabinet expansion. Among the newly inducted ministers, two MLAs come from Upper castesRajput and Bhumihar. In addition, two are from the Vaishya community and the remaining three from Koeri-Kurmi (EBC). Since assembly elections are only eight months away, peoples representatives from Upper castes, Vaishya and EBC categories have been given representation in the new cabinet expansion, a political analyst said. He said that Wednesdays cabinet expansion is crucial in strengthening the BJP's influence in the state politics while ensuring smooth coordination with its major ally--JD(U), ahead of elections. The expansion took place a day after BJP president J P Nadda called on CM Nitish at his 1 Anne Marg residence. Dilip Jaiswal, however, will continue to serve as state chief of the BJP. In BJP there is a principle of one person, one post. I quit the post of minister under the partys policy, Jaiswal said, adding that he has been given the responsibility of the state partys affairs.
Tejashwi Yadav claims PM Modi's Bihar visit aimed at election management, Paswan hits back
PATNA: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar was primarily intended to issue instructions for effective management of assembly elections in the state, which are due later this year. The former deputy CM claimed he had predicted, soon after the Delhi assembly elections, that the PM would turn his focus to Bihar. The PM is not coming here with any solutions to the state's problems of unemployment and poverty. Bihar continues to be the most backward state in the country despite being under NDA rule for 20 years, alleged Yadav, who is now the leader of the opposition. I had said soon after the Delhi assembly results that now the PM and his top aides will make a beeline for Bihar since this is the only state where polls are scheduled this year. Modi is coming to Bhagalpur to issue instructions to some people for suitable management of the elections, said Yadav, without elaborating further. The RJD leader took pride in the fact that his party won the most seats in the last couple of elections. In 2020, when the RJD-helmed Mahagathbandhan missed getting a majority by a dozen seats, Yadav had alleged that the results were managed in favour of the NDA by the state's pliant bureaucracy. A poster put up near the RJD office reminded Modi of his earlier unfulfilled promises. Borrowing lyrics from a popular Bollywood song, the poster carried the slogan, Poochhti hai janata, kya hua tera vaada, vo kasam vo irada. However, Union minister Chirag Paswan, who heads the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), took exception to Yadav's charge that the PM's visit was linked to assembly elections. The Hajipur MP pointed out he PM had visited Jamui and Darbhanga last year when there were no elections. He comes to Bihar because he is concerned about the state, as was evident from the Union Budget presented recently. And why does the RJD leader blame NDA for the plight of the state? Does he not remember that his party had ruled Bihar for three back-to-back terms, which was known for lawlessness and economic stagnation, asked Paswan.
Patna HC Raps Bihar Police Over Lax Probe In US-Based Minors Sexual Abuse Case
The case originates from a writ petition filed by Angela Lee Hicks, the mother of the victim, against a resident of Darbhanga, accusing him of stalking and sexually abusing her daughter. The girl was born in Mussoorie, India, and she was 13 years old at the time of the commission of the offence
PATNA: Shockingly, a village panchayat in Bihar's Saharsa district had asked the family members of a 14-year rape survivor belonging to the Scheduled Caste to settle the matter by receiving Rs 1.11 lakh as compensation from the accused. The issue came to light after the news reached the superintendent of police, Saharsa, Himanshu Kumar on Wednesday after the accused's family refused to pay the 'compensation' fixed by the panchayat for the girl's marriage. Taking serious note of the incident, SP asked the Station House Officer (SHO) of Mahishi police station to lodge a formal complaint and initiate action against the accused. The victim's mother told the police that the incident took place on the night of January 5 when her minor daughter had gone to a nearby field to attend nature's call. Taking advantage of the situation, the 21-year-old accused held her captive, took her to a house and raped her. When searched for, she was found in the house where the tormentor allegedly committed the crime. She was taken back to her home late in the night and the next morning the matter was brought to the notice of the panchayat. The accused is also a native of the same village to which the rape victim belongs to. The panchayat members held a meeting and decided to pay Rs.1.11 lakh as compensation to the victim's family. The accused confessed to the crime and agreed to pay the compensation fixed by the panchayat. A month passed by, but nothing happened on this front. In her complaint to the police, the girl's mother said that she and her relatives were abused and misbehaved when they visited the accused Ratan Mukhiya's house for compensation. The accused's family refused to abide by the panchayat's directives and also threatened to sue in a false case. Finding no help from the panchayat, she decided to report the matter to the SP, who took serious note of the incident. Yes, the victim's mother turned up to my office and submitted a written complaint, which has been forwarded to the SHO concerned for necessary action, he told this reporter over the phone on Wednesday. When contacted, the SHO of Mahishi police station Amarnath said that the girl's statement had been recorded and she would be sent for medical examination. He revealed that five persons have been named as accused in the complaint. The offender Ratan Mukhiya, who is a neighbour of the victim, absconded after the incident. We will also investigate whether the panchayat had issued any directive to the accused to settle the matter, the SHO added. In another incident, a 50-year-old man was arrested in Darbhanga district for raping a six-year-old girl in Darbhanga district. SP, Rural, Alok said that the accused Mahakant Paswan has been sent to jail. The victim has been admitted to the Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) as her condition is stated to be serious.
Bihar MPs raise key demands in Rajya Sabha
NEW DELHI: Two MPs from Bihar raised demands for the state in particular and other demands in general in the Rajya Sabha on Friday. JDU MP Sanjay K Jha urged the Centre to consider a proposal to rename the Darbhanga airport after a renowned poet of the Mithila region, namely Vidyapati. He raised the issue in the Rajya Sabha during Zero Hour, informing the House that the Bihar government had written to the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 2020, requesting the renaming of Darbhanga airport. He further said it had been proposed that Darbhanga airport should be renamed as 'Kavi Kokil Vidyapati Airport'. On 22 December 2020, the Nitish Kumar government had written a letter to the then Civil Aviation Minister, requesting the airport be renamed after Vidyapati, as the Bihar Assembly and Legislative Council had already passed resolutions in this regard. In Bihars Mithilanchal region, Vidyapati was a 15th-century poet, a scholar from north Bihar, and a polymath who wrote in Sanskrit, Prakrit, Apabhramsha, and Maithili. He is popularly known as 'Maithil Kavi Kokil' (the poet cuckoo of Maithili). Similarly, Manoj Jha, a Rajya Sabha MP from Bihars main opposition party, RJD, urged the Centre on Friday to take urgent steps to address rising income inequality. He said that the growing disparity in earnings was not just a challenge for the economy but also a threat to social stability. Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, the RJD MP further said the middle- and lower-income groups were witnessing a decline in their earnings, while the income of the rich was rising. Income inequality is affecting several aspects of our lives. The income of the millionaires and the billionaires is rising... We have no complaint with that, but there is a parallel, sharp decline in the incomes of the middle- and lower-income groups, especially the unorganised sector, Jha said. He added, saying, Post-Covid, this trend has become faster. The elite class' income has increased, but in comparison, the marginalised group, the working class, is witnessing a decline in their earnings. He asserted that income disparity affected the economy as well as social stability. It also affects democracy. Because when capital becomes concentrated, it influences politics. And when capital starts dominating politics, it is our collective responsibility to get out of it, he said.
Bihar achieves 100 per cent railway electrification, major infrastructure boost underway
NEW DELHI: Bihar has completed the electrification of all its railway tracks, marking a significant milestone in its infrastructure development. Alongside this achievement, over 58 new railway projects worth 86,458 crore are currently being implemented across the state. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the extensive railway progress in Bihar, emphasising that in 2009-14, only 64 km of new rail lines were built, whereas from 2015-25, we have laid down 167 km of new rail lines in Bihar. The most notable achievement is that Bihar now has 100 per cent electrified rail routes. He further stated that since 2014, a total of 3,024 km of railway routes in Bihar have been electrified. Additionally, the installation of the anti-collision device Kavach has been completed on 1,783 km of railway tracks, with tenders in progress for an additional 924 km. The Union Budget for 2025-26 has allocated over Rs 10,000 crore to Bihar, which is set to hold elections for its 243-member legislative assembly later this year. The minister pointed out that while the UPA government allocated only Rs 1,132 crore for railway projects in Bihar between 2009-14, the current government has earmarked 10,066 crore for 2025-26. In Bihar, 12 Vande Bharat trains are now in operation, covering 15 districts with 22 unique stoppages. One Amrit Bharat Express also runs between Darbhanga and Anand Vihar Terminal, covering four districts with 11 unique stoppages, Vaishnaw announced. A total of 98 railway stations in Bihar are being redeveloped as Amrit stations, with work progressing on 85 of them. Key stations under redevelopment include Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bapudham Motihari, Sitamarhi, and Darbhanga, with an estimated investment of Rs 1,555 crore. The minister also assured that Patna Junction, along with other major stations, will undergo redevelopment to enhance passenger services with modern amenities. He further noted that since 2014, Bihar has witnessed the construction of 1,832 km of new rail routescomparable to the entire railway network of Malaysia. Currently, 57 infrastructure and rail service projects are underway in the state, aimed at strengthening connectivity and improving rail services.
'Bihar achieves 100 percent electrification of railway tracks'
NEW DELHI: Bihar has achieved 100% electrification of its railway tracks, with over 58 new projects worth Rs 86,458 crore currently being implemented. In the Union Budget for 2025-26, Bihar, which is set to hold elections for its 243-member legislative assembly later this year, has been allocated over Rs 10,000 crore. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, speaking at a special press conference on Monday, stated that 57 infrastructure and rail service projects are underway in Bihar. He mentioned that 98 railway stations in the state are being redeveloped as Amrit stations, with work progressing on 85 of them. Highlighting the progress made under Prime Minister Narendra Modis tenure since 2014, Vaishnaw noted that 1,832 km of new rail routes have been constructed in Biharcomparable to the entire railway network of Malaysia. Comparing this with the previous UPA governments allocation during 2009-14, he pointed out that while only Rs 1,132 crore was allotted then, the current government has allocated Rs 10,066 crore for 2025-26. In 2009-14, only 64 km of new rail lines were built, whereas from 2015-25, we have laid down 167 km of new rail lines in Bihar. The most notable achievement is that Bihar has now 100% electrified rail routes, he asserted. Since 2014, a total of 3,024 km of rail routes have been electrified in Bihar, with Rs 86,458 crore invested in 57 ongoing projects, including new rail lines and other infrastructural developments. Vaishnaw also announced the installation of the anti-collision device Kavach on 1,783 km of rail routes, with tenders in progress for 924 km. In Bihar, now 12 Vande Bharat trains are in operation, covering 15 districts with 22 unique stoppages. One Amrit Bharat Express also runs between Darbhanga and Anand Vihar Terminal, covering four districts with 11 unique stoppages, he added. Among the 98 stations being redeveloped as Amrit stations, key locations include Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bapudham Motihari, Sitamarhi, and Darbhanga, with an estimated cost of Rs 1,555 crore. Vaishnaw also assured that Patna Junction, along with other major stations, will undergo redevelopment to provide high-standard services with modern amenities.
Party hopping begins, two from JD(U) join Congress in Bihar
PATNA : Party-hopping has picked up in Bihar as the assembly election draws near, charging the states political atmosphere. Leaders have begun switching sides in the hope of contesting the election representing parties of their choice. The parties embrace them with open arms to encash their caste identities and winnability factors. On Tuesday, two senior leaders of the ruling Janata Dal (United) --Ali Anwar, former Rajya Sabha member and Bhagirath Manjhi, son of Bihars Mountain Man Dasarath Manjhi joined the Congress. In addition, Manoj Prajapati, state president of Akhil Bharatiya Prajapati Kumbhkar Sangh, along with other leaders, joined the grand old party. Ali Anwar is an influential Pasmanda community leader. Pasmandas form the lions share among the backward Muslim votes. He is a two-term Rajya Sabha member and All-India Pasmanda Muslim Samaj president. The Congress is trying to strengthen its support base among backward Muslims and Dalits through Ali Anwar and Dasarath Manjhi, political analyst Pramod Kumar said. On Saturday, state RJD vice president Shobha Kushwaha joined Chief Minister Nitish Kumars JD (U) along with a large number of supporters. The party hopes her entry will help consolidate the Luv-Kush (Kurmi-Koeri) vote base. Shobhas induction comes when the RJD is trying hard to make inroads into the Kushwaha vote bank. In the last Lok Sabha polls, it had fielded three Kushwaha candidates. It appointed Abhay Kushwaha, who won the election from Aurangabad, as its parliamentary party leader in the Lok Sabha. Shobha was also a member of the Bihar State Commission for the Protection of Child Rights. A prominent leader of the Dhanuk caste (listed as EBC in Bihar), Ajay Rai from Bhagalpur, also joined JD (U) on the occasion. The JD (U) claimed he supported former poll strategist Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj Party. Recently, former JD (U) vice president Mangani Lal Mandal was inducted into the RJD by party leader Tejashwi Yadav. With the help of Mandal, Tejashwi is trying to woo the EBC vote bank. The EBC support is considered crucial for getting and retaining power in Bihar. This has been Nitishs core vote bank for the last 20 years. In the previous Lok Sabha elections, he had inducted Mukesh Sahni into the alliance to make inroads into the Mallah vote bank. Mandals influence is believed to be in Madhubani, Darbhanga, Samastipur and Muzaffarpur of north Bihar. He has been an MLA and MP from Jhanjharpur. This time, RJD celebrated former chief minister Karpoori Thakurs birth anniversary in Madhubani districts Phulparas on Friday, considered as the Karmabhhomi of Thakur, who was also from the EBC category. In the 2020 assembly election, the grand alliance could not perform well in Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani and Muzaffarpur. While the RJD won 11, Congress and CPI (M) won a seat each in Muzaffarpur and Samastipur.
Bihar college students expelled for making reels in examination hall
PATNA: A girl examinee filming a reel in the examination hall and that too during the examination, sounds interesting. The unusual incident took place at a college in Bihar's Samastipur district. The vice chancellor of Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Darbhanga, initiated disciplinary action against the girl examinee Kalpana Kumari and expelled her from the examination. She has also been debarred from taking the examination for two consecutive terms. Not only that, another examinee Kundan Kumar has been punished for helping Kalpana in making the reels inside the examination hall. Both the examinees have been expelled from examination on the directive of the vice-chancellor, a senior teacher of Samastipur College said. The matter came to the notice of the vice chancellor when the reel made during the examination at Samastipur College went viral on social media. The vice chancellor reprimanded the college administration for lapses on its part and warned of action if such things happened again. During the investigation, it came to light that a female student, along with a boy student who had come to take a graduate part one examination at Samastipur College examination centre made the reel and made the video viral on social media. In the viral video, the girl can be seen dancing to a Bhojpuri song on the college campus with other examinees watching it. Samastipur college mein Samastipur video banane ke chakkar mein hamesha ke liye Pariksha se nishkarsh Kar Diya aur ghar per banaaiye rails yah video dekhte rahiye #Samastipur college Samastipur #viral trending reels pic.twitter.com/eGXZ6yF6na Harikant kumar Gupta (@HarikantG98077) January 26, 2025 The principal of the college wrote a letter to Nagendra Prasad Singh and Ramgati Sah, the parents of the girl and the boy, saying that their children violated the sanctity and confidentiality of the examination. Hence they have been expelled from the examination and debarred for taking the examination for two consecutive terms. This is not the first of its kind incident in the state. The social media madness to gain followers and likes has caused embarrassment to the college and school authorities.
SVU seizes Rs 1.87 crore assets from Bihar's Bettiah DEO in corruption probe
Patna: The Special Vigilance Unit (SVU), the anti-corruption wing of the Bihar Police, on Thursday conducted simultaneous raids at various locations linked to education department official Rajnikant Praveen, currently serving as the District Education Officer (DEO) of Bettiah in West Champaran district. The searches were carried out in Darbhanga, Madhubani, West Champaran, and Samastipur districts as part of a disproportionate assets case. The SVU began its operation at the DEOs office before moving to his residential premises. During the raid, bundles of currency notes were discovered hidden under beds in different rooms of his house. A currency-counting machine was requisitioned from a local bank to ascertain the exact amount of cash seized. The exact amount of cash will be determined after counting the bundles of seized currency notes, said a member of the raiding team. In addition to cash, the SVU stumbled upon documents revealing movable and immovable assets valued at Rs 1.87 crore. The DEOs wife reportedly runs a private school in Bettiah. Sources revealed that various teacher associations had lodged complaints against Praveen, alleging that he had amassed wealth through illegal means. However, these allegations were allegedly ignored for years due to Praveens proximity to influential figures. Praveen has been serving as DEO in Bettiah for over three years, having joined the state education department in 2005. The raids, which began in the early hours of Thursday after obtaining the necessary permissions, were still ongoing at the time of reporting. The operation has sent shockwaves through the education department, with at least 10 other officials reportedly under SVU surveillance over similar allegations. At least 10 officers of the education department are under the surveillance of the SVU, a senior officer said. Earlier, DEOs in East Champaran and Kishanganj districts also faced action following allegations of corruption. Sources indicated widespread complaints regarding irregularities in the procurement of furniture for government schools across the state. The Additional Chief Secretary of the education department, S. Sidharth, has ordered an inquiry into the involvement of employees accused of engaging in corrupt practices.
Bihar: Nitish Kumar launches projects worth Rs 1,500 crore in Darbhanga
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched development projects worth nearly Rs 1,500 crore in Darbhanga district during his 'Pragati Yatra'. He inaugurated 89 projects costing Rs 935.28 crore and laid the foundation for 97 works involving Rs 561.75 crore. Kumar was accompanied by his deputy and cabinet colleagues. He also reviewed the implementation of government schemes.
Patna Diary | Right time to take right turn: Lalu
RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has often courted controversy with his statements; his latest poster is no exception. While inviting Nitish to rejoin the Mahagathabandhan, Lalu targeted him in a poster. He suggested that now is the right time to take the right turn, implying that Tejashwis leadership could lead to benefits such as the Mai, Behan Maan Yojana, free electricity for up to 200 units, and job opportunities. He warned that on the Nitish Path, there would only be unemployment, crumbling infrastructure, and rising crime. Lalu had invited Nitish to return to the alliance camp, but Nitish declined. Tejashwi accuses retired babu of tax collection According to Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar is currently grappling with the DK Tax syndrome. The LoP in the state assembly sharpened his criticism of CM Nitish Kumar, alleging that a retired bureaucrat is effectively running the government and collecting funds, dubbed DK Tax, from officials in exchange for favourable postings. Tejashwi claimed that many competent officers have been sidelined due to their failure to pay this tax. Since 2018, the powers of the chief secretary and the DGP have also been diminished. Yadav argues that a group of retired bureaucrats is making key decisions. Darbhanga airport to go international Among positive developments, the state cabinet led by CM Nitish Kumar, has approved a proposal to acquire an additional 89.75 acres of land for the expansion and development of Darbhanga Airport into an international facility. Additionally, the cabinet has authorized the acquisition of 139 acres of land valued at `207 crore for the expansion of Raxaul Airport, which is located near the Indo-Nepal border in East Champaran district. Alongside Patna, Gaya is another international airport in the state. Furthermore, ongoing efforts are being made to develop and upgrade other airports, including those in Purnea, Bhagalpur, and Muzaffarpur. Ramashankar Our correspondent in Bihar ramashankar@newindianexpress.com
Man arrested for selling Ganja laced chocolates
Hyderabad: The Drug Task Force (DTF) of Medchal district raided a house in Thumkunta village and arrested a migrant, seizing 85 packs of ganja-laced chocolates worth Rs 34,000. The accused, C. Upender Mandal (35), a native of Darbhanga, Bihar, confessed to having relocated to the city and opened a pan broker shop at his house a few months ago, according to excise officials. We, along with our head constables Sattar, Venkateshwar Rao, and constables Sanjay and Munaf, had been keeping Upender Mandal under surveillance for the past four months. When we learned he had arrived from Bihar with a baggage on Tuesday, our special team raided his house and found him selling ganja chocolates along with pan masala, said DTF SI Pawan Kumar Reddy. During the raid, 85 packets of ganja-laced chocolates were found at Upender's rented house. The accused admitted to procuring the contraband from Bihar and selling it to customers at a high price. He further disclosed that he purchased each packet, containing 40 chocolates, in Bihar for Rs 25 and sold each chocolate for Rs 10. The accused, along with the seized property, was handed over to the Medchal Excise Police for further investigation and was later produced in court for judicial remand.
Cops Arrived To Nab Accused Attacked By Locals In Bihars Darbhanga, Several Injured
As soon as the police arrested accused Jitendra, his agitated family members and locals attacked the police team.
Dilip Cherian | Decoding Delhis latest babu jigsaw
The recent secretary-level reshuffle in New Delhi left some scratching their heads yet again. Like an unsolvable jigsaw puzzle, the logic behind these moves remains a closely guarded secret. But, for now, lets try to decode at least a few of these postings. First up is the department of personnel and training (DoPT), which handles the government's personnel affairs. For the third time in a year, the DoPT has a new secretary, with Rachna Shah, a 1991 Kerala cadre officer stepping in after a prolonged vacancy. Notably, the baton remains with a woman officer, continuing a trend. Ms Shah replaces Radha S. Chauhan, while Manisha Saxena recently took over as establishment officer, and Kavita Singh handles crucial ACC matters in the Cabinet secretariat. Coincidence? Hardly, say sources. The system seems designed to prevent leaks and surprises. If all goes smoothly, Ms Shah may stay till her retirement in November 2027, promising some much-needed stability at the DoPT. Over at the department of revenue, the reshuffle sparked buzz with 1992 batch IAS officer Arunish Chawlas appointment. Taking over from Sanjay Malhotra, now RBI governor, Mr Chawla faces the Herculean task of managing key portfolios like CBDT, CBIC, and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). His stint in pharmaceuticals seems to have been a brief stopover, and hes now moved to the high-stakes North Block while still holding charge of the ministry of culture. Speaking of culture, its been on an upward trajectory, gaining significant prominence. How Mr Chawla balances these dual responsibilities will be worth watching. As for the ministry of culture, the suspense over who will fill Mr Chawlas shoes adds an extra layer of intrigue. With the Prime Ministers Office playing its cards close to the chest, its a game of wait-and-watch. In the end, these reshuffles are a masterclass in controlled chaos. For us, mere mortals, deciphering the method in this madness remains an engaging, if baffling, pastime. Why did promising Darbhanga cop offer her resignation? Bureaucracy often thrives on opacity, but every so often, a story comes along that is intriguing enough to make us wonder whats happening behind the scenes. The case of Kamya Misra, a promising young IPS officer from the 2019 batch, is one such mystery. Ms Misra, who recently resigned from her post as the rural superintendent of police (SP) in Darbhanga, citing personal reasons, found her resignation unceremoniously rejected by the Bihar government. Instead, shes been granted 180 days of leave starting November 2024 and is currently cooling her heels at the Bihar police headquarters, awaiting a fresh posting. Reshuffles are routine in police services, but her case feels anything but ordinary. Her husband, Avdhesh Saroj Dixit, also from the 2019 batch, is currently the SP of Gopalganj, having previously served as the City SP in Muzaffarpur. The duo, who married in 2021, is highly regarded in bureaucratic circles. So why would an officer like Ms Misra, respected and reportedly effective, tender her resignation? And why would the government so pointedly refuse to let her go? The timing adds an extra layer of intrigue. Could this be linked to Bihars political climate, with state elections potentially on the horizon? Ms Misras tenure in Darbhanga and her decision to step away could have raised eyebrows, but the governments move to sideline her while keeping her within the system only raises more questions. Is there a larger BJP-Nitish Kumar political calculus at play here? Or does this point to internal administrative dynamics that we can only guess at? Whatever the reason, one thing is clear as the political temperature in the state rises, stories like this remind us of the fine balance between governance and politics in Indias bureaucracy. For now, though, Kamya Misras 180-day hiatus leaves us wondering: Whats next in this unfolding drama? Cut the clutter: Cabinet secy pushes for fast governance Continuing from where he left off last month, Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan has called out ministries for ignoring a two-year-old directive to limit decision-making to four layers. In a no-nonsense letter, he pointed out that this non-compliance is causing unnecessary delays, undermining the governments push for reforms. He is clearly a man on a mission. The directive aims to streamline processes by creating a leaner, flatter structure. Mr Somanathan wants special, additional, and joint secretaries to operate as independent bureau heads, cutting out extra layers that slow things down. His message was clear: De-layering isnt just a buzzword; its about speeding up decisions and improving efficiency. He also reminded secretaries to personally ensure these changes are implemented, stressing that responsive, transparent governance depends on it. Adding to this, the Cabinet secretary chimed in with a reminder to keep communication short and sweet. He asked secretaries to send concise monthly updates just one or two pages highlighting key issues and delays. The message? Less bureaucracy, more action.
SCR Reschedules Trains to Darbhanga, Raxaul
Hyderabad: The South Central Railway has rescheduled two services, one each to Raxaul and Darbhanga, to facilitate the construction of a foot overbridge at the Rajgangpur yard under the South Eastern Railway. Train 07051, scheduled to leave Hyderabad at 8.35 pm on December 28 to Raxaul, will now depart at 12.35 am on December 29. Train 17007, from Secunderabad to Darbhanga, scheduled to depart at 10.40 pm on December 28, has been rescheduled to 11.40 pm the same day.
Maruti Suzuki signs MoA with Bihar Govt Transport Dept
5 driving test tracks to be automated at Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Purnia and Saran 2 driving test tracks automated by Maruti Suzuki at Aurangabad and Patna are already operational Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) for Two-wheeler (TW) and Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license testing MSIL to increase the number of Automated Driving Test Tracks to 44 across the country, from the current 27 New Delhi : Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Transport Department, Government of Bihar to automate driving license test tracks at Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Purnia and Saran. The MoA was signed in the presence of Smt. Sheela Kumari, Honble Transport Minister of Bihar and Shri Sanjay Kumar Agarwal (IAS), Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Bihar. The MoA was signed by Shri Navin Kumar (IAS), State Transport Commissioner, Government of Bihar and Shri Tarun Agarwal, Senior Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility, Maruti Suzuki. With zero human intervention, the Automated Driving Test Tracks are aimed to make license testing more comprehensive, efficient, and transparent. The rigorous and standardized evaluation process is designed to assess candidates according to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). Test results are also automatically generated. Applauding Maruti Suzuki on its road safety efforts, Smt. Sheela Kumari, Honble Transport Minister of Bihar said, I applaud Maruti Suzuki, Indias leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, for their exemplary commitment to road safety through nationwide programs. One of their innovative initiatives, the Automated Driving Test Tracks, ensures that only skilled drivers get a driving license, making our roads safer for everyone. We successfully automated the driving test tracks in Aurangabad and Patna with them and have seen drivers coming better prepared for the license testing. We are glad to partner with Maruti Suzuki once again to develop five more Automated Driving Test Tracks in Bihar. This collaboration will significantly contribute toward reducing road accidents and promoting responsible driving practices in our state of Bihar. Mr. Rahul Bharti, Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, Maruti Suzukis association with the Bihar government goes back to 2018 when we set up the states first Institute of Driving and Traffic Research (IDTR) to offer driver training in Aurangabad. Since then, we have inaugurated ADTTs at Aurangabad in 2020 and Patna in 2021. We thank the Government of Bihar for further entrusting us with this road safety project. Maruti Suzuki has been steadfast in its commitment to the 5 pillars of road safety - engineering, education, evaluation, enforcement, and emergency care. Automated driving license testing is a vital component of the evaluation process. Equipped with high-definition cameras and an integrated IT system, ADTTs guarantee a comprehensive, efficient, and transparent testing process ensuring that only skilled drivers are awarded licenses. Mr. Bharti added, According to data shared by the Union Road Transport Ministry, 15.3 lakh lives were lost in road accidents in the 10 years between 2014-2023 in India. Road death rate in the country is around 250 per 10,000 km as opposed to 119 in China, 57 in the USA, and 11 in Australia. An important aspect of road safety is drivers skill and knowledge of traffic rules. Automated Driving Test Tracks will ensure that license seekers are better prepared and only skilled drivers are awarded a driving license. This will bring a positive transformation that will go a long way to reduce road accidents caused by human error. Maruti Suzuki Automated Driving Test Tracks across India Over the past years, Maruti Suzuki has systematically automated 27 driving test tracks (across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, and Haryana). The Company is in the process of setting up 12 additional ADTTs in Uttar Pradesh. With the addition of these 5 test tracks in Bihar, the Company will complete automation of 44 driving test tracks across the country.
Union Health Minister announces IIT-Delhis involvement in establishing AIIMS in Darbhanga, Bihar, with detailed technical investigations and structural design
JD(U) demands Bharat Ratna for Bihar CM Nitish Kumar
PATNA: JD(U), a major ally of the ruling NDA, demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi to felicitate Bihar chief minister and JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar with the Bharat Ratna award for his sincere efforts to take the state out of a morass and set things on the right track. JD(U) working president and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Kumar Jha raised the demand to give Bharat Ratna to Nitish Kumar, who set a 'failed' state like Bihar on the path of development and progress, at the workers' meet of the party in Bihar's Purnea district. He (Nitish) should be felicitated with the Bharat Ratna award or even a bigger award if any. He has sincerely been working on the development of the state, JD(U) working president said, while recalling the dark days of the RJD rule in the state. JD(U) leader also made a veiled attack on RJD saying that it was known to all how law and order situation had collapsed in Bihar during RJD regime from 1990-2005. Doctors, engineers, businessmen, professionals were kidnapped for ransom during the period, he asserted. Jha said that younger generation would not know about RJD rule when affluent people were kidnapped. Members of the business community left Purnea out of fear. In such a situation, Nitish took reins of the state and improved the law and order situation, he added. Jha also pointed out that the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) were laid in Darbhanga by Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently, which reflected the commitment of the Centre and Nitish Kumar government towards all round development of the state. He remarked that RJD had no concern for the development of Mithila region. JD(U)'s leader's remarks came in the wake of RJD leader and former chief minister Rabri Devi to declare Mithila a separate state.
A Ram Vivah procession in Darbhanga, Bihar, was attacked by Islamists near a mosque with stones and sticks, leaving several injured. Police are investigating the violence.
AAI chairman instructs agencies to complete Patna airport new terminal building by January 25
PATNA: Chairman of Airport Authority of India (AAI) Vipin Kumar on Friday reviewed, ongoing works of the new terminal building of Jayaprakash Narayan International (JPNI) Airport in Patna and issued instructions to the agencies and engineers at the site to expedite and complete all remaining works to make the airport ready by January next year. He also asked the airport director to ensure seamless coordination with state authorities and regulatory bodies, including DGCA, and BCAS for all mandatory approval required to meet the project's deadlines, prior to the commissioning of the new terminal. The master plan for the expansion of Patna airport is estimated to cost Rs.1216.90 crore which includes the development of new terminal building, multi-level car parking facility and parking Bays. With a built-up area of 65,155 sqm, the new world-class terminal building will cater to 3,000 passengers during peak hours. The AAI chairman said that the expansion of new terminal building will boost the airport's capacity from 3 million to 10 million passengers annually. The construction of new terminal building will include six new additional parking stands, increasing the present five to 11 parking stands.The new terminal is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger facilities, including 54 check-in counters, five-passenger boarding bridges, five conveyor belts and eight in-line XBIS machines which allows for quick transit of passengers inside terminals. The design of this Griha IV-star-rated new terminal building is inspired from the forms of Nalanda ruins and the interiors will be adorned with Madhubani paintings. In September, Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar had reviewed the ongoing construction of the new terminal. He also urged the officials to expedite the completion of the expansion project at the earliest. At the review meeting, CM Nitish had emphasised the importance of enhanced facilities and better connectivity. In addition, he had offered the state government's support for any additional needs during the construction of the new terminal building. In addition, the Bihar government has also planned the expansion of Gaya and Darbhanga. The state government is also working on establishing new airports in Purnea, Raxaul, Rajgir and Bhagalpur.
Nirmala Sitharaman urges women to benefit from government schemes at credit outreach event in Bihar
PATNA: Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday urged women to take advantage of the Union Government's programs. Speaking at a credit outreach event in Bihar's Madhubani district, she emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has focused on creating 'Lakhpati Didis' in every village, with banks lending support to make the initiative a success. Financial help and training are being provided to women through every self-help group for this purpose. Whatever work needs to be done by the banks is being done, she stated, encouraging women to come forward and participate in the schemes offered by the banks. Earlier, Sitharaman distributed sanction letters from banks to beneficiaries under various central government schemes. Loans worth Rs 1,121 crore were disbursed to over 50,000 beneficiaries during the credit outreach program. The schemes included PM MUDRA, PMEGP, Kisan Credit Card, Stand Up India, PM Vishwakarma, MSEs, SHGs, and Agriculture Loans, among others. The Union Minister also distributed copies of the Constitution of India in Maithili and Sanskrit recently released on Samvidhan Diwas to various individuals during the event. Sitharaman visited stalls and interacted with stall owners who had benefited from various central and state government schemes during the program. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Kumar Jha also attended the event. On Friday, Sitharaman chaired a credit outreach program in Darbhanga, where loans worth Rs 1,388 crore were disbursed to 49,137 beneficiaries by various banks, according to an official press release from the Union Finance Ministry.
Bihar Youth Played Ludo To Steal Phone Passwords, Rob Passengers In Sleeper Coaches
The youth identified as Sagir, hails from Bihar Darbhanga but was currently living in Ghaziabad. The GRP caught him with eight phones, two Aadhaar cards, intoxicating pills, a bag, and Rs 67,150 cash
Meet the brothers who are on a mission to popularise dhrupad
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SC gives Bihar govt final chance to reply on bridge collapses plea
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday granted the last opportunity to the Bihar government to file its response to a PIL that raised concerns about the safety and longevity of bridges in Bihar after several of them collapsed in recent months.A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar also sought the response of the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) on the PIL filed by lawyer Brajesh Singh. It considered the fact that the notices were issued to various authorities on the PIL on July 29 this year. The Bihar government is granted six weeks to file the response. This is the last opportunity, the bench said, adding that the petitioner will have to file his rejoinder four weeks after the authorities file their replies. The bench has now listed the plea for hearing on February 15, 2025. Earlier, the petitioner moved the court seeking its nod to bring on record various news reports and additional documents to highlight the dilapidated condition of bridges in Bihar. The court, on July 29 this year, sought responses from the Bihar government and others, including the National Highway Authorities of India (NHAI), on the PIL. On November 4, it agreed to hear the PIL that raised concerns about the safety and longevity of bridges in Bihar after several of them collapsed in recent months. Singh on November 14 filed an interim application in his pending PILs seeking to bring on record as many as 15 news reports relating to poor conditions of bridges in the state. I have filed an IA (interim application) for placing additional documents before the concerned bench as in the state of Bihar the bridges and culverts are still in dilapidated conditions and they are collapsing on a routine basis, Singh said. He referred to a recent incident in Bihar's Nalanda district where an 18-year-old boy died after falling into the river from a dilapidated bridge. The lawyer said the state government and the NHAI have not filed their responses despite the top court issuing the notices in July. He claimed that on November 3 an under-construction bridge collapsed in Darbhanga district and the company concerned was seen removing the debris in the night secretly. The PIL sought directions for a structural audit and setting up of an expert panel to identify bridges that can be either strengthened or demolished based on its findings. Besides the state and the NHAI, the top court had also issued notices to the road construction department's additional chief secretary, Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam Limited chairperson and rural works department's additional chief secretary. Ten incidents of bridge collapse have been reported in Bihar's Siwan, Saran, Madhubani, Araria, East Champaran and Kishanganj districts during May, June and July this year. Many claimed that heavy rainfall might have led to the incidents. The PIL raised concerns about the safety and longevity of the bridges in the state that usually witnesses heavy rains and floods during the Monsoon. Besides setting up a high-level expert panel, it also sought real-time monitoring of the bridges as per the parameters laid by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The petitioner highlighted that Bihar is the most flood-prone state in India. The total flood-affected area in the state is 68,800 square km which is 73.06 per cent of its total geographical area, he mentioned. Hence, such routine accrual of the incident of falling bridges in Bihar is more disastrous as the lives of people at large are at stake. Therefore, the urgent intervention of this court is required to save the lives of people, as the under-construction bridges before its (their) accomplishment collapsed routinely, the plea read. In view of the bridge collapse incidents, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has directed the road construction and rural works departments to conduct a survey of all old bridges in the state and identify those in need of immediate repair.
PM says government committed to holistic approach to health
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his government is adopting a holistic approach towards health in the country. He said the projects initiated in Bihars Darbhanga would bring about a huge change in the health sector. Lauding Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his leadership in transforming the state, the PM said Kumars efforts pulled the state out of what he described as the era of jungle raj. Addressing a gathering after laying the foundation for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and inaugurating several key infrastructure projects worth Rs 12,000 crore, Modi said the country was progressing steadily towards becoming Vikshit Bharat. The current generation is fortunate to witness this transformation, he said. Reaffirming his governments commitment to development, he said the schemes introduced across Bihar would not only accelerate growth but also create job opportunities. Detailing his governments comprehensive approach to healthcare, Modi said the first priority of his government was disease prevention, followed by accurate diagnosis and treatment. We have started more than 1.5 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in the country with the aim of providing medical care for early detection of diseases, adding that more than 4 crore people have benefited from treatments under this initiative. He said the government has already fulfilled its commitment to include senior citizens above 70 years of age in the Ayushman Bharat scheme, with free treatment already being provided to this age group, irrespective of family income. Turning to the recurring flood issues in North Bihar, particularly in the Kosi and Mithila regions, Modi touched upon the governments ongoing efforts to address challenges posed by annual flooding. He assured that a comprehensive plan had been announced in this years Budget to tackle the issue. He stressed that the government was fully dedicated to providing relief and building resilience against floods. Modi praised Bihars rich heritage, describing the state as one of Indias largest centers of cultural legacy. He said the governments development approach was guided by the dual principles of Vikas (development) and Virasat (heritage). Modi lauded Nitish Kumar, commending the states model of good governance under the double-engine government.
Video: Nitish Kumar Bends To Touch PM's Feet At Event, He Does This
Bonhomie was on display at an event in Darbhanga on Wednesday when Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar bent down to touch the feet of Narendra Modi, only to be stopped by the Prime Minister, who shook his hands instead.
Tejashwi taunts Nitish for touching Modis feet in Bihar
Patna, Nov 13 (PTI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday drew a taunt from Tejashwi Yadav, his former deputy, for touching the feet of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who was in the state for a function. The RJD leader responded to queries from journalists about the behaviour of the JD(U) boss, who is in his 70s and had, after finishing his speech at the function in Darbhanga, bent to touch the feet of Modi, who is less than a year his senior. In a video clip that has gone viral on social media, the Prime Minister can be seen
Bihar CM Nitish grabs eyeballs as he touches PM Modis feet
Eyebrows raised at a public event in Darbhanga, Bihar when the state chief minister Nitish Kumar bent down to touch Prime Minister Narendra Modis feet. Nitish, 73, bowed down with folded hands and tried to touch 74-year-old Modis feet. However, the prime minister immediately stopped the Janata Dal (United) chief. Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone For AIIMS Darbhanga; Hails Nitish Kumar's 'Good Governance'
PM Modi, while addressing the event, referred to Nitish Kumar as lokpriya mukhyamantri.
Video: Nitish Kumar Bows To Touch PM Modi's Feet At Bihar Event. Here's How He Reacted
During an event in Darbhanga, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar attempted to touch PM Modi's feet, symbolising their strengthening alliance. A video of the same has gone viral.
PM Modi's Global Agenda: From Nigeria's Strategic Talks to G20 Summit in Brazil This Week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an international tour to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana from November 16 to 21, focusing on enhancing India's global ties, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced. Starting on November 16, PM Modi will visit Nigeria for two days at the invitation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years. During the visit, he will engage in discussions to review and expand the strategic partnership between India and Nigeria. PM Modi will also address the Indian community residing in Nigeria. India and Nigeria have been close partners since 2007, with strong economic, energy, and defense ties. Over 200 Indian companies have invested more than $27 billion in key sectors within Nigeria. The countries also share a robust development cooperation relationship. After Nigeria, PM Modi will travel to Rio de Janeiro on November 18 to participate in the G20 Summit, hosted by Brazilian President Luis Inacio Lula Da Silva. India, part of the G20 Troika alongside Brazil and South Africa, has been actively contributing to discussions on global matters. PM Modi is expected to share India's perspectives on key international issues and further the outcomes of previous summits, including the G20 New Delhi Leaders Declaration and the Voice of the Global South Summits. He is also scheduled to hold meetings with several world leaders during the summit. Following the G20 Summit, PM Modi will head to Georgetown, Guyana, from November 19 to 21. This visit marks the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana since 1968. During his time in Guyana, PM Modi will hold bilateral talks with President Mohamed Irfaan Ali and other senior officials. He is also scheduled to address the Guyanese Parliament and the Indian diaspora community. Last year, President Ali visited India as the Chief Guest for the 17th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Indore, where he received the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman award. In Georgetown, PM Modi will also participate in the Second CARICOM-India Summit, engaging with leaders of CARICOM member nations to strengthen India's long-standing ties with the Caribbean region. PM Modi to Launch AIIMS Darbhanga and Major Infrastructure Projects in Bihar Today PM Modi to Address Three Rallies in Maharashtra as Assembly Elections Near PM Modi Urges Unity in Maharashtra, Accuses Congress of Divisive Politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the foundation stone for a new AIIMS in Darbhanga, Bihar, aiming to enhance healthcare accessibility in the region and beyond. He emphasized the government's comprehensive approach to healthcare, including disease prevention, affordable treatment, and infrastructure development.
Nitish Kumar pulled Bihar out of 'Jungle Raaj', says PM Modi in Darbhanga
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his governance, crediting him with ending the 'Jungle Raaj' and ushering in an era of development. During his visit to Darbhanga, Modi inaugurated an AIIMS and other projects worth Rs 12,100 crore, emphasizing the government's commitment to Bihar's progress, particularly in healthcare and flood mitigation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) in Bihar's Darbhanga.
PM Modi lays foundation stone for AIIMS Darbhanga, says NDA Govt committed to welfare of people
Darbhanga AIIMS will make a big difference for people of the area in health sector, even from neighbouring country Nepal, says PM Modi in Bihar
Nitish Kumar pulled Bihar out of 'Jungle Raaj', says PM Modi
DARBHANGA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his role in transforming the state, pulling it out of what he called the 'Jungle Raaj'. Modi's remarks came during a function in Darbhanga, where he laid the foundation for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and inaugurated several key infrastructure projects worth around Rs 12,100 crore. Nitish ji has set up a model of good governance (Shushashan), pulling the state out of the era of Jungle Raaj. No praise is too high for this achievement, PM Modi said, speaking at the event where the JD(U) chief was also present. The Prime Minister emphasised Bihar's development under the NDA government, highlighting improvements in various sectors, especially in health infrastructure. Bihar is witnessing a lot of development. The NDA government is committed to the welfare of the people. The previous government in Bihar never bothered about health infrastructure. They made false promises, but the situation has improved since Nitish Kumar ji came to power, Modi said. On the issue of Bihar floods, the Prime Minister said the NDA government has launched a Rs 11,000 crore flood mitigation project to address the state's recurring flood problems.
Nitish Kumar pulled Bihar out of Jungle Raaj, says PM
Darbhanga, Nov 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his role in transforming the state, pulling it out of what he called the Jungle Raaj. Modis remarks came during a function in Darbhanga, where he laid the foundation for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and inaugurated several key infrastructure projects worth around Rs 12,100 crore. Nitish ji has set up a model of good governance (Shushashan), pulling the state out [] The post Nitish Kumar pulled Bihar out of Jungle Raaj, says PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi Inaugurates Rs 12,100 cr development projects in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth Rs 12,100 crore in Darbhanga, Bihar, on Wednesday. Among the key projects was the construction of an AIIMS hospital in Darbhanga, marking the second such facility in the state after Patna. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi highlighted the government's efforts to improve healthcare access across India. Earlier, people traveled to AIIMS Delhi for treatment. Now, new AIIMS hospitals are being established nationwide, with 24 operational AIIMS facilities today, he said. In addition to healthcare, PM Modi focused on enhancing infrastructure, inaugurating several National Highway projects worth Rs 5,070 crore to improve connectivity in Bihar. These included the four-lane Galgalia-Araria section of NH-327E, which will connect Araria to West Bengal, offering an alternative route on the East-West Corridor (NH-27). The PM also laid the foundation for eight major National Highway projects, such as the two-lane road from Ramnagar to Rosera and the Bihar-West Bengal border to Manihari section of NH-131A. Other notable projects include the Hajipur-Bachhwara route, Raniganj Bypass on NH-327E, and multiple bypasses on NH-333A. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Union Ministers Chirag Paswan and Jitan Ram Manjhi attended the event.
PM Modi launches projects worth Rs 12,100 cr in Darbhanga including AIIMS facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth Rs 12,100 crore in Darbhanga, Bihar, including the state's second AIIMS. He also launched highway projects worth Rs 5,070 crore, enhancing connectivity. These projects included the Galgalia-Araria section of NH-327E, providing an alternate route to West Bengal.
PM Modi to visit Bihar on Wednesday, inaugurate projects worth 12,100 crore
The PM will inaugurate, dedicate development projects worth 12,100 crore, AIIMS Darbhanga, NH projects, railway projects, and Jan Aushadhi Kendras
Does PM Modi think caste census is divisive, asks Congress
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh posed four questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to Bihar. Ramesh questioned the delay in AIIMS Darbhanga, the neglect of the Maithili language, and unfulfilled promises of airports. He also asked Modi's stance on a caste census and reservation ceiling.
PM Modi to lay foundation stone for AIIMS Darbhanga on Nov 13
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Darbhanga, Bihar on November 13 to lay the foundation stone for AIIMS Darbhanga. The Rs 1,700 crore super-specialty hospital, the second AIIMS in the state, will greatly benefit north Bihar and neighboring regions, according to state Health Minister Mangal Pandey.
