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Nitish Kumar Inspects Patna Drainage, Demands Timely Project Completion

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inspected the ongoing Saidpur drain construction in Patna's Rajendra Nagar area. He directed officials to expedite the work, emphasizing quality and timely completion to address chronic monsoon waterlogging. The project is part of a broader review of key drainage works across the city, including at Mandiri, Rajiv Nagar, and Serpentine Road drains. Upon completion of these drainage projects, the government plans to construct new roads to further improve infrastructure and ease traffic.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar Reviews Saidpur Drain Work, Directs Officials

  • CM inspects crucial Saidpur drain
  • Directs timely completion before monsoon
  • Reviews multiple city drainage projects
  • New roads planned post-drain completion
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Nitish Kumar inspects Saidpur drain in Patna, directs officials to expedite work

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects Saidpur drain in Patna, directs officials to expedite work to prevent waterlogging before monsoon.

Nitish Kumar inspects Saidpur drain in Patna, directs officials to expedite work
"expedite the project and ensure its completion within the stipulated timeframe - Nitish Kumar"

Patna, March 2

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inspected the Saidpur drain near Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna's Rajendra Nagar area on Monday, reviewing the progress of the ongoing construction work in detail.

During the inspection, the Chief Minister directed officials to expedite the project and ensure its completion within the stipulated timeframe.

He emphasised the importance of quality and timely execution, particularly in view of the recurring waterlogging issues in the city.

Nitish Kumar was accompanied by Bihar's Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Deepak Kumar, Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit, Secretary to the Chief Minister Kumar Ravi, Secretary to the Chief Minister Chandrashekhar Singh, Patna District Magistrate Tyagarajan SM, Patna Senior Superintendent of Police Kartikeya Sharma, and other senior officials.

The Saidpur drain project is considered crucial for the Rajendra Nagar area, which faces severe waterlogging during the monsoon season.

Officials said that once completed, the project is expected to provide significant relief to residents.

The officials are expecting the project would be completed before the monsoon season this year.

Over the past few weeks, the Chief Minister has been regularly inspecting key drainage projects across the city.

Construction work is currently underway at Mandiri drain, Rajiv Nagar drain, and Serpentine Road drain, with periodic reviews being conducted to monitor progress.

Following the completion of the Mandiri drain project, the state government plans to construct a four-lane road connecting Bailey Road at Income Tax roundabout to Ashok Rajpath at Bans Ghat.

Additionally, a two-lane road has been proposed along the Rajiv Nagar drain, while a four-lane road is planned along Serpentine Road.

Since the formation of the new government in Bihar in November 2025, Nitish Kumar has been undertaking frequent field visits, signalling a firm stance against delays in development projects.

Authorities say that once these drainage and road infrastructure projects are completed, they will not only mitigate waterlogging but also ease traffic congestion in the adjoining localities.

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's good to see the CM taking personal interest. Field visits by top leadership do put pressure on the bureaucracy to perform. The plan for roads after the drains is smart thinking – tackling two problems at once.
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Aditya G
Let's be honest, we hear this before every monsoon. "Project will be completed before rains." Then June comes, and the work is half done. I'll believe it when I see it. Actions speak louder than inspection photos.
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Priyanka N
As a resident of Rajendra Nagar, this is a relief to hear. The water enters our ground floors every year. The officials must ensure quality, not just speed. Jugaad repairs won't last. Proper concrete and design are needed.
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Michael C
The list of officials accompanying him is longer than my weekly grocery list! Hope all that administrative firepower translates to actual results on the ground for the people of Patna.
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Kavya N
Good step. But what about the rest of Bihar? Many towns face worse drainage issues. Hope this is part of a state-wide plan and not just focused on the capital city. Development should be inclusive. 👍

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