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Bihar Dy CM Denies Migration Crisis, Vows Focus on Agro-Industry

Newly appointed Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav has dismissed concerns about youth migration, framing it as a normal search for employment opportunities. He stated the new government's primary focus will be on creating jobs through agro-based industries and improving multi-modal connectivity. Yadav affirmed the continuity of the NDA alliance in the state and pledged to implement the promises made in the previous election manifesto. He also credited former CM Nitish Kumar for pioneering models in women's reservation and agricultural roadmaps.

Key Points: Bihar Dy CM on Migration, Agro-Industry & NDA Future

  • Denies migration is a state problem
  • Prioritizes agro-based industries for jobs
  • Will continue Nitish Kumar's development roadmap
  • Affirms NDA alliance remains intact
  • Highlights women's reservation model from Bihar
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New Bihar Dy CM refutes migration issue; says primary focus will be on agro-based industry (IANS Exclusive)

New Bihar Deputy CM Bijendra Yadav refutes migration as an issue, outlines focus on agro-based industries and infrastructure, and affirms NDA's continuity.

"Mandate was given to the NDA. Under Nitish Kumar's leadership, the NDA still exists, and it will continue in the future too. - Bijendra Prasad Yadav"

Patna, April 17

Newly sworn-in Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Janata Dal-United leader Bijendra Prasad Yadav on Friday denied that migration is an issue in the state. He maintained that people do go to different states and even countries for employment purposes.

Moreover, he mentioned that the new government, under Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, will prioritise industries for employment opportunities and would primarily focus on agro-based industry.

During an interaction with IANS, Yadav asserted that the NDA continues to exist even after the resignation of former Chief Minister and JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar. "Mandate was given to the NDA. Under Nitish Kumar's leadership, the NDA still exists, and it will continue in the future too. The government does not contest the election, parties do, " he said.

Speaking about the priorities of the new government, he said, "Whatever our previous Chief Minister Nitish Kumar had promised for 2025-2030, according to our election manifesto, we will work towards implementing that."

"We will also emphasise on infrastructure, air, rail, road and water connectivity," he added.

Yadav also said that the government schemes which are currently in place will continue and additionally new schemes will also be implemented.

Emphasising on industries for employment opportunities, he said, "We will prioritise industries for increasing employment opportunities and will primarily focus on agro-based industry. Other things will also continue."

Moreover, Yadav denied that migration of youths is a problem in the state. "In our area there are two-three lakh people who came from Punjab, Haryana and western UP and are engaged in farming. Worldwide people go to other places for employment opportunities, I don't know where this word migration comes from," he said.

Yadav mentioned that the 'Krishi road map' that was started by Nitish Kumar, will continue as an effort towards increasing farmers' income.

Regarding the ongoing debate surrounding the Women's Reservation Bill, the Deputy CM said, "The first model for women's reservation was given by Nitish Kumar during the panchayat elections, by implementing reservation in Panchayati Raj and municipal corporations."

"Whatever work has been done for women in Bihar, it is a model," he asserted.

About the prospects of the JD(U) supremo returning to governance in Bihar, Yadav said, "Who is stopping him? But now Nitish Kumar has decided to be in Delhi and go to the Rajya Sabha."

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Finally some talk about infrastructure! Air, rail, road connectivity is the backbone for any industry to thrive. If Bihar gets better connected, investors will come. Hoping this isn't just another promise. 🙏
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Aman W
"I don't know where this word migration comes from" – Seriously? Ask any middle-class family in Patna or Gaya about their children. They are all in Bangalore, Hyderabad, or abroad. Calling it "going for employment" doesn't change the fact that our best talent is leaving because opportunities here are scarce. Focus on creating those opportunities, not on semantics.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective. As someone who has worked in agricultural development, focusing on value addition in farming is a sustainable path forward. Hope the Krishi road map includes modern technology and market access for farmers.
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Karthik V
The continuity in schemes is good. Policy flip-flops hurt development the most. If they can consistently work on agro-industry and infrastructure for 5 years, we will see a difference. Bas ab kaam dikhana hai.
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Meera T
Appreciate the mention of women's reservation and the work done in Panchayats. Bihar has shown the way in women's political empowerment. Hope the new government strengthens education and safety for women too, which will further boost participation. 👍

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