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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Purnea airport, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the region. He flagged off the first commercial flight from Purnea, connecting the district to India's aviation network. The Prime Minister also launched multiple railway projects, a massive thermal power plant, and housing schemes. These developments mark a significant infrastructure push for Bihar's eastern regions.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Purnea Airport Launches Bihar Development Projects

  • Purnea airport built at Rs 40,000 crore to boost regional connectivity
  • New Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat Express trains flagged off
  • 2400 MW Thermal Power Project launched in Bhagalpur
  • Housing for 40,920 families under PM Awas Yojana
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PM Modi inaugurates Purnea airport, launches several development projects in Bihar

PM Modi inaugurates Purnea airport, flags off new trains, launches power projects, and dedicates housing schemes in Bihar's major development push.

"The airport, constructed at a cost of nearly Rs 40,000 crore, is expected to transform connectivity in eastern Bihar - Official Report"

Patna, Sep 15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the much-awaited Purnea airport in Bihar, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the people of the Seemanchal and the Kosi region.

On the occasion, the Prime Minister also flagged off the first commercial flight of IndiGo from Purnea, marking the district’s formal inclusion on India’s aviation map.

The airport, constructed at a cost of nearly Rs 40,000 crore, is expected to transform connectivity in eastern Bihar and accelerate economic growth in the region.

With future expansion plans, the aiport will soon connect Purnea with Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, apart from the already announced flights to Ahmedabad and Kolkata.

The Prime Minister, who reached the venue slightly late due to a prior engagement in Kolkata, was given a grand welcome with cultural performances and traditional dances.

He was joined by Civil Aviation Minister N. Ram Mohan Naidu, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, along with several Union and state ministers.

Arriving along with CM Nitish Kumar and the deputy chief ministers, PM Modi was felicitated with a garland made of makhana by BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal.

Besides the airport, Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated the Araria–Galgalia–Thakurganj new rail line worth Rs 4,410 crore.

He has flagged off the Jogbani–Danapur Vande Bharat Express, Jogbani–Erode Amrit Bharat Express, and Saharsa–Amritsar Amrit Bharat Express.

The Prime Minister also laid the foundation of the Vikramshila–Katariya rail line worth Rs 2,170 crore, the 2400 MW Thermal Power Project worth Rs 25,000 crore in Bhagalpur’s Pirpaiti block, the Kosi–Mechi Interstate River Link Project (Phase 1) worth Rs 2,680 crore, Namami Gange projects in Bhagalpur, including STPs, interception and diversion projects, and drinking water projects for Darbhanga, Katihar, and Bhagalpur.

Under the housing and social development project, PM Modi gave the keys to beneficiaries under PM Awas Yojana for 40,920 families. These homes were built at a cost of Rs 603 crore, distribution of community investment fund worth Rs 500 crore, established National Makhana Board, to support Bihar’s traditional makhana farmers, and Semen Bank facility in Purnea, built at a cost of Rs 64 crore.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great development for Bihar! The airport plus rail projects plus power plant - this is exactly what our state needs. Hope these projects get completed on time without delays.
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Sarah B
As someone who frequently travels to Bihar for work, this airport will be a game-changer. The connectivity to major cities will save so much time. Excellent initiative!
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Aman W
While infrastructure development is welcome, I hope the government ensures proper maintenance and operational efficiency. Many projects in Bihar start with fanfare but struggle later.
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Nisha Z
The National Makhana Board is a brilliant move! Makhana from Bihar is famous worldwide and our farmers deserve this recognition and support. 👏
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Vikram M
Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat expresses will revolutionize travel in Bihar. Combined with the airport, this is massive infrastructure upgrade for the entire eastern region.
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Karthik V
The thermal power project and drinking water initiatives are equally important as the airport. Holistic development is what Bihar needs. Hope the benefits reach the common people.

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