Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects totaling Rs 569.36 crore in Supaul during his Samriddhi Yatra. A total of 213 projects were inaugurated and launched during the event, including 84 projects worth Rs 434.469 crore and 129 projects worth Rs 134.8987 crore. Kumar emphasized that these projects would enhance local infrastructure and boost economic growth in the region.
The Chief Minister highlighted the significant support received from the central government for development initiatives in the state. He mentioned key initiatives announced in the Union Budget 2025, such as the establishment of a Makhana Board and the development of a new airport in Bihar, which are expected to stimulate the state’s economy and create employment opportunities.
Nitish Kumar underscored the accelerated pace of development in Bihar during his tenure, citing improvements in crucial sectors like education, healthcare, electricity, drinking water, and overall law and order. He criticized previous administrations for limited development activities and poor law-and-order conditions, noting a marked improvement in the current scenario where people feel safer venturing out in the evenings.
The Supaul event marks the third phase of the Samriddhi Yatra, where the Chief Minister is touring various districts in the Seemanchal and Kosi regions from March 10 to March 14. His upcoming itinerary includes visits to Kishanganj and Araria on March 11, Katihar and Purnea on March 12, Saharsa and Khagaria on March 13, and Begusarai and Sheikhpura on March 14. Following the Supaul program, Nitish Kumar departed for Madhepura by helicopter, where he will continue his yatra.
