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PM Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for projects worth Rs 7,200 crore in Bihar, focusing on rail, road, and rural development. Key initiatives include doubling rail lines, launching Amrit Bharat trains, and expanding NH-319 for smoother connectivity. The visit also highlights IT incubation centers and fisheries schemes to boost employment and women-led SHGs. This push aligns with BJP’s development agenda ahead of Bihar’s assembly elections.

Key Points: PM Modi Launches Rs 7,200 Crore Bihar Projects in Motihari Rally

  • Modi flags off 4 new Amrit Bharat trains improving Bihar-Delhi connectivity
  • Rs 4,080 crore rail doubling projects to strengthen North Bihar transport
  • Rs 820 crore NH-319 expansion for better Golden Quadrilateral access
  • IT incubators & fisheries schemes to boost jobs and rural incomes
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PM Modi to unveil Rs 7,200 crore development projects in Bihar during Motihari rally

PM Modi unveils rail, road, fisheries & IT projects worth Rs 7,200 crore in Bihar, boosting connectivity and rural livelihoods ahead of elections.

"Major rail and road infrastructure projects will enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and facilitate economic growth in Bihar. – Government Statement"

Patna, July 17

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Motihari in Bihar on July 18, where he will inaugurate, lay foundation stones, and dedicate to the nation development projects worth over Rs 7,200 crore across rail, road, rural development, fisheries, and IT sectors.

He will address a public function around 11:30 AM. PM Modi will dedicate automatic signalling on the Samastipur-Bachhwara rail line for smoother train operations and doubling of Darbhanga-Thalwara and Samastipur-Rambhadrapur rail sections worth Rs 580 crore to the nation.

He will lay the foundation stone of an infrastructure facility for Vande Bharat train maintenance at Patliputra, automatic signalling and traction upgrades on the Bhatni-Chhapra Gramin rail line (114 km), and doubling of the Darbhanga-Narkatiaganj rail line worth Rs 4,080 crore to strengthen North Bihar’s connectivity.

PM Modi will also flag off four new Amrit Bharat trains, such as Rajendra Nagar Terminal (Patna)–New Delhi, Bapudham Motihari–Delhi (Anand Vihar Terminal), Darbhanga–Lucknow (Gomti Nagar), and Malda Town–Lucknow (via Bhagalpur).

PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone for the 4-laning of the Ara bypass (NH-319) to improve connectivity with Ara-Mohania (NH-319) and Patna-Buxar (NH-922). Apart from that, he will also lay the foundation stone of the four-lane Parariya-Mohania section of NH-319 worth Rs 820 crore, connecting Ara Town to Delhi-Kolkata national Highway 19 (Golden Quadrilateral).

Major rail and road infrastructure projects will enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and facilitate economic growth in Bihar.

PM Modi will also inaugurate the STPI facility at Darbhanga and the Incubation facility at Patna to promote IT/ITES/ESDM industries and support start-ups, exports, and innovation in Bihar.

Under the PM Matsya Sampada Yojana, PM Modi will inaugurate new fish hatcheries, biofloc units, ornamental fish farming, integrated aquaculture units, and fish feed mills across Bihar to boost employment and rural livelihoods.

Under the rural development initiatives, he will release Rs 400 crore to 61,500 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under DAY-NRLM, hand over keys to beneficiaries under Griha Pravesh for 12,000 houses, and release Rs 160 crore to 40,000 PMAY-Gramin beneficiaries.

Fisheries, IT infrastructure, and SHG funding will aid livelihood generation and women’s economic empowerment.

The visit underlines PM Modi’s push for connectivity, rural development, women-led empowerment, and entrepreneurship in Bihar ahead of the assembly elections.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently between Patna and Delhi, the new Amrit Bharat trains are much needed. But I hope they maintain cleanliness and punctuality better than existing trains.
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Priyanka N
The SHG funding and housing schemes will empower rural women significantly. My aunt in Gaya district has benefited from similar programs - it's transformed her family's life. More power to such initiatives! 👏
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Aman W
Election season = development announcements. Why does Bihar have to wait for elections to get basic infrastructure? The NH-319 project was pending for 8 years! We need consistent development, not just before votes.
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Kavya N
The IT incubation center in Patna is exciting! As a young professional, I might consider returning to Bihar if proper tech infrastructure develops. But will there be enough private sector participation?
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Vikram M
Good to see fisheries getting attention. Bihar has great potential in aquaculture but lacked proper facilities. My village near Darbhanga will benefit from the new hatcheries. Jai Bihar! 🐟

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