Bihar Development News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Excitement soars in Bihar's Siwan ahead of PM Modi's visit and inauguration of key projects
Siwan, June 20: Anticipation is running high in Bihar's Siwan’s Jasoli village as residents prepare to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will address a massive public gathering and inaugurate several development projects on Friday.
PM Modi to launch Rs 5,700 crore development projects in Bihar today
June 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Siwan district of Bihar on Friday, where he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple infrastructure and development projects worth Rs 5,700 crore.
Chirag Paswan bats for development agenda ahead of PM Modi's Bihar visit
Patna, June 19: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bihar visit, Union Minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) President Chirag Paswan said that every visit of the Prime Minister starts a new chapter in the state’s development.
PM Modi to visit Bihar, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh on June 20-21
New Delhi, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day visit to Bihar and Odisha from Friday where he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects. He will also lead the national celebration on International Yoga Day on June 21 from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
PM Modi to launch Vande Bharat train in Bihar, wave of joy and elation among residents
Patna, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar's Siwan on Friday, where he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects and also address a public gathering on the occasion.
India now has 111 national waterways, up from 5 under UPA: Union Minister Sonowal
Patna, June 16: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, said on Monday that the number of national waterways in India has increased to 111 under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, compared to just five during the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) regime.
Prashant Kishor slams Centre for discrimination against Bihar
Patna, June 13: Political strategist and Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of systematically discriminating against Bihar while favouring states like Gujarat and Maharashtra.
New jobs, sewerage projects, VAT cut on aviation fuel; Nitish Kumar Cabinet approves 47 Key proposals
Patna, June 3: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar chaired a high-level cabinet meeting on Tuesday and approved 47 key proposals, including large-scale infrastructure projects, new government job openings, and significant policy decisions.
PM Modi working to fulfil 'Viksit Bharat' resolve: MoS Nityanand Rai
Patna, June 2: Union Minister of State (MoS) Home Nityanand Rai on Monday said that Narendra Modi had completed 11 years as the Prime Minister of India and was "constantly" making efforts to fulfil the resolve to transform the country into a developed nation by 2047.
Nitish Kumar lays foundation stone for Rs 264-crore Tibbi College Hospital in Patna
Patna, May 31: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a state-of-the-art Tibbi College Hospital building within the Nalanda Medical College Hospital (NMCH) campus in Patna City.
CM Nitish hails caste census decision, thanks PM Modi for historic development push in Bihar
Patna, May 30: In a display of political alignment and public appreciation, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a massive rally in Karakat, Rohtas district, for giving a nod for caste census.
Bihar's Shambhu Kumar becomes shining example of PMEGP's success
Patna, April 28: Shambhu Kumar, the director of 'Jai Mata Di Samridhi Industries' at Ramchandrapur Nala Road in Bihar Sharif district has turned his dreams into reality, with the assistance received under the Pradhan Mantri Employment Generation Scheme (PMEGP).
Willpower of 140 crore Indians will now break the back of perpetrators of terror: PM Modi
Madhubani, April 24: Expressing deep sorrow over the brutal killing of innocent civilians by terrorists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday remarked that the entire nation is distressed and stands in solidarity with the grieving families.
If villages are strong, India will develop faster: PM Modi on launching Rs 13,480-crore projects in Bihar
Patna, April 24: On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive public gathering in the Madhubani district of Bihar and inaugurated a series of development projects across key sectors, including railways, infrastructure, LPG, and rural empowerment -- collectively worth over Rs 13,480 crore.
Panchayats have been strengthened through technology: PM Modi in Bihar
Madhubani, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted that ensuring adequate funds for Panchayats has been a priority for the government and said that the entire country is connected with Mithila and Bihar.
PM Modi launches over Rs 13,480 cr development projects in Bihar's Madhubani
Madhubani, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth over Rs 13,480 crore in Bihar's Madhubani on Thursday.
In first public address after Pahalgam attack, PM Modi observes two-minute silence for victims
Madhubani, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making his first public address in Bihar, after the dastardly terror attacks in J&K's Pahalgam, observed a two-minute silence for the victims and paid tributes to them.
PM Modi in Bihar to launch development projects worth Rs 13,480 crore
Patna, April 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar's Madhubani district on Thursday to mark National Panchayati Raj Day.
Centre and Bihar working together for a developed India: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Patna, April 12: Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said that building a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) is the firm resolve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To achieve this vision, both NDA governments -- at the Centre and in Bihar -- are working together towards building a “Viksit Bihar” (Developed Bihar).
Nitish Kumar inaugurates fifth phase of JP Ganga Path
Patna, April 10: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday inaugurated the much-awaited fifth phase of JP Ganga Path, extending the iconic riverside road from Kangan Ghat to Didarganj.
Home Minister had one mantra that we should fight together as NDA: Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman
Patna, March 31: Following the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting held at the residence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, minister and son of Jitan Ram Manjhi, Santosh Kumar Suman, stated that Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the need for the NDA to fight the upcoming Bihar elections unitedly.
Form NDA govt for another five yrs, will make Bihar flood-free: Amit Shah
Gopalganj, March 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday appealed to the people of Bihar to form the NDA government for another five years and said they will work to make Bihar flood free. The assembly elections in Bihar are scheduled to take place later in the year.
Lalu defamed Bihar in India & abroad with fodder scam, says Amit Shah
Patna, March 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday launched a scathing attack on RJD chief Lalu Prasad, accusing him of defaming Bihar in India and abroad with the fodder scam.
Amit Shah lays foundation stone for various developmental projects, challenges Lalu Yadav to show his blueprint for Bihar
Patna, March 30: Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for various developmental projects under the cooperation and related departments in Patna, Bihar on Sunday, and challenging Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in showing if he has a "blueprint for Bihar" to show the people.
Bihar on a progressive path under Nitish Kumar's leadership: Minister
Patna, March 22: Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Bihar Cabinet Minister Sanjay Saraogi on the occasion of Bihar Diwas on Saturday recalled the eastern state's rich history and its development which is underway under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Bihar celebrates 113th formation day, PM Modi & HM Shah extend heartfelt wishes
Patna, March 22: As Bihar commemorates its 113th formation day on Saturday, the leaders, cutting across the party lines, extended heartfelt wishes highlighting the state's glorious history, culture and progress.
Home Minister Amit Shah extends wishes on Bihar Day
New Delhi, March 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended his wishes on Monday to the people of Bihar on the state's foundation day.
Construction for four-lane road between Purnea and Khagaria to start soon, informs Minister
Patna, March 18: Road Construction Minister Nitin Nabin announced in the Bihar Legislative Council on Tuesday that construction for the long-awaited four-lane highway between Purnea and Khagaria will soon start.
It is for development of all sections: Union Minister Giriraj Singh praises Bihar Budget
Patna, March 4: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Tuesday praised the Bihar Budget for 2025-26 and said it is for the development of all sections, and added that sports, college, and medical facilities will be available in all blocks.
'Bihar's growth speaks for itself,' says Giriraj in response to Oppn's criticism on Budget
New Delhi, March 3: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday lauded the significant progress of Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, emphasising the state’s economic transformation in responding to criticism and remarks from the Opposition.
Bihar govt approves 146 proposals; allocates Rs 30,000cr for development works
Patna, Feb 26: The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government approved 146 proposals during a Cabinet meeting held at the Chief Minister's Secretariat on Tuesday.
Nitish Kumar slams RJD for poor health infra during its tenure, highlights transformation
Patna, Feb 25: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar took a jab at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Tuesday for the "poor" health infrastructure in the state during the tenures of its chief Lalu Prasad and his wife Rabri Devi.
'Bihar moving from misery to prosperity under PM Modi's leadership'
Patna, Feb 24: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for their unwavering commitment to Bihar's development, stating that the state is transitioning from being a symbol of misery to a symbol of prosperity.
Union Min Chirag Paswan hails PM Modi's commitment to Bihar ahead of his visit
Patna, February 23: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Bihar, Union Minister Chirag Paswan has emphasised the PM's commitment to Bihar's development, stating that the government is actively fulfilling its promises made during the Lok Sabha elections.
Nitish announces Rs 1,404cr-worth development projects for Patna
Patna, Feb 21: On the last day of Pragati Yatra, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made several major announcements for Patna on Friday. With 623 projects inaugurated or launched, a total investment of ₹1404 crore has been earmarked for infrastructure development, road expansion, tourism, and civic amenities.
Nitish Kumar's Pragati Yatra reaches Nalanda
Patna, Feb 20: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar reached Nalanda district on Thursday as part of his Pragati Yatra to review ongoing development projects.
Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar visits Rohtas to review developmental work
Patna, Feb 19: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited Rohtas district on Wednesday as part of his Pragati Yatra to review and accelerate development projects.
Bihar: Nitish Kumar lays foundation for Rs 345.50 crore projects in Kaimur
Patna, Feb 18: As part of his Pragati Yatra, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 169 developmental projects worth Rs 345.50 crore in Kaimur district on Tuesday.
Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar to visit Kaimur today for reviewing developmental projects
Patna, Feb 18: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to visit Kaimur district on Tuesday as part of his Pragati Yatra, during which, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for various development projects across multiple departments, amounting to crores of rupees.
Will propose 'Narayani-Ganga Corridor' to Centre: Bihar Dy CM
Patna, Feb 17: In a major infrastructural push, the Bihar government is set to propose the 'Narayani-Ganga Corridor' to the Central government as a new Greenfield High-Speed Corridor.