Samastipur, Bihar – Chief Minister Nitish Kumar brought a wave of development to Samastipur on Thursday as part of his ongoing Samriddhi Yatra. In a grand event at the Government Engineering College premises, he inaugurated, laid foundation stones for, and launched a total of 188 projects worth hundreds of crores, marking a significant boost to the district’s infrastructure and welfare.
The CM remotely triggered the launch of 71 schemes valued at Rs 470 crore, opened 74 projects costing Rs 273 crore, and kickstarted 43 initiatives amounting to Rs 84 crore. This comprehensive rollout underscores the state government’s commitment to rapid development across rural and urban areas alike.
During his visit, Nitish Kumar inspected the Sarairanjan Government Engineering College campus within Samastipur district. He interacted warmly with students and faculty in classrooms, urging the young minds to embrace cutting-edge technologies and knowledge to propel their futures forward. ‘Modern skills are the key to progress,’ he emphasized, inspiring the gathering.
Moving to the language laboratory, the Chief Minister learned about innovative programs teaching international languages to local youth. He praised the initiative for broadening horizons in a globalized world. The tour continued with visits to startup stalls, innovation hubs, and departmental exhibitions, where he commended products crafted by Jivika self-help group women, known as ‘Didis’.
In a heartfelt gesture, Kumar handed over symbolic cheques worth Rs 437 crore to 23,472 Jivika Didis linked to 23,472 self-help groups, reinforcing government support for women’s empowerment. He lauded their diligence, saying, ‘You’re doing excellent work; we want you to soar higher, and the government stands by you.’
The CM also engaged with elderly beneficiaries of the Chief Minister’s Old Age Pension Scheme, assuring continued support. At the Borlaug Institute for South Asia stall, he explored advanced agricultural techniques and multiple crop farming models promoted by the Agriculture Department. Directing officials to link local micro-entrepreneurs’ products to markets, he aimed to strengthen the ‘local produce, local market’ ecosystem.
Field inspections included the under-construction RCC bridge and bypass road in Hakimabad block, where he instructed officials to expedite all ongoing projects. The event saw the presence of Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit, and other dignitaries.
This visit not only delivered tangible development but also reaffirmed Nitish Kumar’s vision for a prosperous Bihar, blending education, empowerment, and economic growth.
