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PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar jointly launched 22 key projects worth Rs 5,700 crore in Bihar. The initiatives span railways, sanitation, and energy, marking a push for development ahead of state elections. Nitish Kumar praised Modi’s leadership, highlighting Bihar’s progress under NDA governance. The visit, Modi’s fifth this year, underscores Bihar’s strategic importance in national politics.

Key Points: Modi Launches Rs 5,700 Crore Bihar Projects with Nitish Kumar

  • PM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,736 crore projects in Bihar
  • Nitish Kumar praises Modi’s leadership and Centre’s support
  • Projects include trains, sanitation, and energy initiatives
  • Visit signals NDA’s focus on Bihar ahead of elections
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PM Modi launches Rs 5,700 crore development projects in Bihar, CM Nitish Kumar says transformational work

PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar inaugurate 22 transformative projects in Bihar, boosting infrastructure and energy sectors ahead of elections.

"The projects inaugurated today will give a big boost to the state’s development. – Nitish Kumar"

Patna, June 20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 22 major development projects worth Rs 5,736 crore in Bihar on Friday.

He arrived in Bihar’s Siwan district amid tight security and grand public enthusiasm.

A public meeting was held at Jasoli, where Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and several Union Ministers were also present.

Speaking at the rally, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that multiple crore projects are being launched or inaugurated, which include two new train services and several infrastructure, sanitation, and energy initiatives.

“The Central Government has done a lot of work for Bihar. The projects inaugurated today will give a big boost to the state’s development,” CM Nitish Kumar said.

The CM praised PM Modi’s leadership, saying: “In the past, people could not even step out of their homes in the evening. Today, Bihar is progressing. We have worked hard for women's upliftment and given them reservations. The Centre’s decision to conduct a caste-based census is historic. Bihar will not lag behind anymore.”

PM Modi arrived via Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh) and held a roadshow in an open jeep en route to the venue.

Massive crowds lined the roads, showering flowers and chanting slogans like “Modi Zindabad” and “Welcome Modi Ji”.

People captured the moment on mobile phones while the PM responded warmly by waving and smiling.

On stage, BJP Bihar president Dilip Jaiswal welcomed the Prime Minister with flowers and a shawl.

Jaiswal said, “The moment I was waiting for has arrived,” expressing the BJP’s excitement over PM Modi’s visit.

This is PM Modi’s fifth visit to Bihar in 2025, signalling the importance of the state in the NDA’s electoral strategy and also underlining the government’s development focus ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

The back-to-back developmental announcements are seen as a counter to the opposition’s criticism over governance and law and order issues in Bihar.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Great to see such massive investments in Bihar! The state has been neglected for too long. Hope these projects bring real change on the ground and not just remain on paper. Infrastructure development is key to Bihar's progress. 🙏
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Priya M.
As a Bihari, I'm happy but cautiously optimistic. We've seen many announcements before - what matters is proper implementation and maintenance. The train services will be a big relief if they run on time! Chalo, dekhte hain...
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Amit S.
Why only before elections? Development should be continuous process, not event-based. Still, better late than never. The sanitation projects are most needed - Bihar's villages deserve clean surroundings.
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Sunita R.
Good to see Nitish Kumar and PM Modi working together for Bihar! Women's upliftment projects mentioned are especially welcome. More schools and hospitals next please! 👏
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Vikram J.
The roadshow enthusiasm shows people's faith in Modi ji. But let's not forget - real development is when benefits reach the poorest farmer in Siwan, not just big events in cities.
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Neha T.
Hope the energy projects create local jobs! Bihar's youth need employment more than anything else. Also, would love to see more focus on education quality along with infrastructure.

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