Patna, June 8 (IANS) Under the chairmanship of Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, a Cabinet meeting was held on Monday during which 25 agenda items were approved. The meeting took place in the Cabinet Hall of the Main Secretariat and was attended by all ministers.Among the key decisions, the Cabinet approved a revision in the survey and measurement charges for raiyati (plot) land.In Municipal Corporation, Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat areas, the survey fee has been fixed at a minimum…
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Patna, May 2 (IANS) A brief spell of rainfall has laid bare the glaring deficiencies in Gopalganj’s drainage system, plunging the town into chaos on Saturday. While the showers brought temporary relief from the scorching heat, they simultaneously triggered widespread waterlogging, severely disrupting daily life.Major roads across the town are submerged, making commuting extremely difficult for residents.In several areas, stagnant water has accumulated to such an extent that even walking…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) The Central Water Commission (CWC), which functions under the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, will be organising a one-day stakeholders’ workshop on flood forecasting services and guidelines for the preparation and appraisal of detailed project reports for flood management on Monday.The focus of the workshop will be on sharing the CWC’s existing services and new initiatives with all stakeholders and seeking their feedback to …
New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) The Central Water Commission (CWC), which functions under the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, will be organising a one-day stakeholders’ workshop on flood forecasting services and guidelines for the preparation and appraisal of detailed project reports for flood management here on Monday, according to an official statement.The focus of the workshop will be on sharing the CWC’s existing services and new initiatives with all st…
Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) In an attempt to control flood and erosion in Assam’s Dhakuakhana, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during his visit to Lakhimpur district on Wednesday, laid the foundation stones for four projects worth Rs 272.21 crore. The projects also include promotion of heritage and championing the cause of public welfare. It may be noted that as a long-term measure to address the chronic flood and erosion problems in Dhakuakhana, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for …