The Bihar Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, sanctioned 22 major proposals in a meeting in Patna. The meeting, attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav, focused on urban planning, law and order, and infrastructure development. This marked the second Cabinet gathering since the new government’s formation, following the initial meeting on April 15.
In a significant move concerning urban planning, the Cabinet enforced an immediate moratorium on land activities in specified township areas earmarked for planned expansion. This restriction will be in place in various townships, including Patna and Gaya, until March 31, 2027. Moreover, activities like sale, purchase, and construction in Muzaffarpur and Chhapra will be halted until June 30, 2027, to facilitate structured urban growth.
To enhance law and order, particularly focusing on women’s safety, the Cabinet greenlit the acquisition of 1,500 scooters for female police officers through the ‘Police Didi’ initiative, with an allocated budget of Rs 18.75 crore. Additionally, 3,200 motorcycles will be procured for male officers at an estimated cost of Rs 48 crore to bolster patrolling efficiency, especially in sensitive areas like educational institutions and urban zones.
Furthermore, the Cabinet approved the construction of a modern Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) and a State Police Data Centre building in Patna’s Rajiv Nagar area. A total of Rs 172.80 crore has been earmarked for this project, spanning the current and upcoming financial years. This initiative aims to enhance emergency response capabilities and upgrade policing infrastructure through advanced data management and technological integration.
These decisions reflect the Bihar government’s commitment to planned urban expansion, law enforcement enhancement, women’s safety, and public infrastructure modernization. The initiatives are anticipated to foster economic growth, improve governance, enhance service delivery, and boost public safety.
