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Mint
3 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
PM Modi launches projects worth ₹5,200 crore in poll-bound Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled a slew of development projects worth over ₹ 5,200 crore in Bihar's Siwan, reaffirming the Centre's commitment to transform the state into a prosperous and forward-looking region. The announcement comes ahead of the November assembly elections and is being seen as a strategic move to appeal to voters through large-scale infrastructure and welfare initiatives. The prime minister emphasized the projects would not only accelerate infrastructure growth but also improve the quality of life for residents. The major initiatives included the new Vaishali-Deoria railway line, constructed at a cost of over ₹ 400 crore, and a new train service on the route. He also flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur, which will operate via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah, improving rail connectivity in northern Bihar. 'Bihar will prosper and play a big role in the prosperity of the country,' Modi said, adding that the state, once dismissed as backward, is now becoming a hub for 'Make in India' manufacturing, with the first locomotive from the Marhowra plant being exported to Guinea in Africa. Modi reminded people Bihar's deep historical contributions, invoking the memory of Desh Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad and Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan. He accused previous regimes of turning poverty into Bihar's fate through corruption and inefficiency. 'They never gave the poor access to electricity, water, or housing. Even gas connections needed a recommendation,' he said, drawing a contrast with his government's welfare outreach. Modi announced the inauguration of six sewage treatment plants worth over ₹ 1,800 crore under the Namami Gange programme, and laid the foundation stones for water supply, sanitation, and STP projects worth another ₹ 3,000 crore. He emphasized that these works were part of his government's broader agenda of improving the quality of life for the poor and middle class in the state's urban and semi-urban centres. He also laid the foundation for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System across 15 grid substations in towns like Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Bettiah, and Siwan. 'It has become the new normal to announce schemes just before a state goes to polls. The larger question is about their implementation. Several promises were made ahead of the 2020 assembly elections as well, but have all those projects actually been executed?' said Arvind Mohan, a political commentator on Bihar affairs. In the housing sector, Modi released the first instalment to over 53,600 beneficiaries of the PM Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) and handed over keys to newly built houses to mark the 'Grih Pravesh' of over 6,600 families. 'More than 5.7 million pucca homes have been built in Bihar under this scheme,' he said, noting that many are registered in the names of women, which he called a symbol of social progress. He cited the World Bank data that 250 million Indians have come out of poverty in the last decade and claimed that nearly 40 million people in Bihar have exited poverty in the same period. He praised Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar's governance, saying that the state's transformation is a result of a coordinated effort. 'This is not just about statistics. These are lives changed,' he said.
Mint
3 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
PM Modi launches projects worth ₹5,200 crore in poll-bound Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled a slew of development projects worth over ₹ 5,200 crore in Bihar's Siwan, reaffirming the Centre's commitment to transform the state into a prosperous and forward-looking region. The announcement comes ahead of the November assembly elections and is being seen as a strategic move to appeal to voters through large-scale infrastructure and welfare initiatives. The prime minister emphasized the projects would not only accelerate infrastructure growth but also improve the quality of life for residents. The major initiatives included the new Vaishali-Deoria railway line, constructed at a cost of over ₹ 400 crore, and a new train service on the route. He also flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur, which will operate via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah, improving rail connectivity in northern Bihar. 'Bihar will prosper and play a big role in the prosperity of the country,' Modi said, adding that the state, once dismissed as backward, is now becoming a hub for 'Make in India' manufacturing, with the first locomotive from the Marhowra plant being exported to Guinea in Africa. Modi reminded people Bihar's deep historical contributions, invoking the memory of Desh Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad and Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan. He accused previous regimes of turning poverty into Bihar's fate through corruption and inefficiency. 'They never gave the poor access to electricity, water, or housing. Even gas connections needed a recommendation,' he said, drawing a contrast with his government's welfare outreach. Modi announced the inauguration of six sewage treatment plants worth over ₹ 1,800 crore under the Namami Gange programme, and laid the foundation stones for water supply, sanitation, and STP projects worth another ₹ 3,000 crore. He emphasized that these works were part of his government's broader agenda of improving the quality of life for the poor and middle class in the state's urban and semi-urban centres. He also laid the foundation for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System across 15 grid substations in towns like Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Bettiah, and Siwan. 'It has become the new normal to announce schemes just before a state goes to polls. The larger question is about their implementation. Several promises were made ahead of the 2020 assembly elections as well, but have all those projects actually been executed?' said Arvind Mohan, a political commentator on Bihar affairs. In the housing sector, Modi released the first instalment to over 53,600 beneficiaries of the PM Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) and handed over keys to newly built houses to mark the 'Grih Pravesh' of over 6,600 families. 'More than 5.7 million pucca homes have been built in Bihar under this scheme,' he said, noting that many are registered in the names of women, which he called a symbol of social progress. He cited the World Bank data that 250 million Indians have come out of poverty in the last decade and claimed that nearly 40 million people in Bihar have exited poverty in the same period. He praised Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar's governance, saying that the state's transformation is a result of a coordinated effort. 'This is not just about statistics. These are lives changed,' he said. Modi also warned against the return of what he described as 'elements of lawlessness and corruption' who are now seeking a way back to power. 'They want to grab Bihar's resources again,' he said, urging people to stay vigilant.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi launches ₹5,200 cr development projects in Bihar's siwan, ET Infra
Advt Advt By , ETInfra Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals. Subscribe to Newsletter to get latest insights & analysis in your inbox. Get updates on your preferred social platform Follow us for the latest news, insider access to events and more. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹5 ,200 crore in Siwan, Bihar , aiming to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and socio-economic growth in the a public gathering, the Prime Minister said the projects would significantly contribute to Bihar's development and reaffirmed the state's role in shaping a prosperous India. He also highlighted that a record 25 crore people across the country have risen out of poverty in the past decade, with nearly 4 crore from Bihar the major announcements was the inauguration of the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line and the launch of a new train service on this route. The PM also flagged off the Patliputra–Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah, improving connectivity in North a significant boost to the 'Make in India' initiative, Modi flagged off the first export locomotive built at the Marhowra factory in Saran district, headed to the Republic of Guinea. He called it a matter of pride that an engine made in Bihar would now run on African PM inaugurated six sewage treatment plants (STPs) under the Namami Gange project worth over ₹1,800 crore and laid the foundation stone for additional water supply, sanitation, and STP projects worth over ₹3,000 crore in several towns across Bihar. These initiatives aim to improve water access and sanitation in urban and rural also laid the foundation stone for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System across 15 grid substations, including in Siwan, Muzaffarpur, Motihari, and Bettiah. The system is expected to help stabilize power supply and reduce electricity costs for part of housing initiatives, Modi released the first instalment to over 53,600 beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) and handed over keys to select families whose houses have been aim at previous governments, Modi accused them of neglect, lawlessness, and corruption, stating that Bihar had long suffered from poverty and backwardness due to misgovernance. He credited the current government and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for pulling the state back on the path of development.'Bihar will play a major role in making India a global economic powerhouse,' Modi said, adding that the youth, especially from backward and marginalised communities, are now becoming key contributors to India's growth storyDignitaries including Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and Union Ministers Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Giriraj Singh, Chirag Paswan, Nityanand Rai, and others were present at the Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹5,200 crore in Siwan, Bihar, aiming to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and socio-economic growth in the a public gathering, the Prime Minister said the projects would significantly contribute to Bihar's development and reaffirmed the state's role in shaping a prosperous India. He also highlighted that a record 25 crore people across the country have risen out of poverty in the past decade, with nearly 4 crore from Bihar the major announcements was the inauguration of the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line and the launch of a new train service on this route. The PM also flagged off the Patliputra–Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah, improving connectivity in North a significant boost to the 'Make in India' initiative, Modi flagged off the first export locomotive built at the Marhowra factory in Saran district, headed to the Republic of Guinea. He called it a matter of pride that an engine made in Bihar would now run on African PM inaugurated six sewage treatment plants (STPs) under the Namami Gange project worth over ₹1,800 crore and laid the foundation stone for additional water supply, sanitation, and STP projects worth over ₹3,000 crore in several towns across Bihar. These initiatives aim to improve water access and sanitation in urban and rural also laid the foundation stone for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System across 15 grid substations, including in Siwan, Muzaffarpur, Motihari, and Bettiah. The system is expected to help stabilize power supply and reduce electricity costs for part of housing initiatives, Modi released the first instalment to over 53,600 beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) and handed over keys to select families whose houses have been aim at previous governments, Modi accused them of neglect, lawlessness, and corruption, stating that Bihar had long suffered from poverty and backwardness due to misgovernance. He credited the current government and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for pulling the state back on the path of development.'Bihar will play a major role in making India a global economic powerhouse,' Modi said, adding that the youth, especially from backward and marginalised communities, are now becoming key contributors to India's growth storyDignitaries including Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and Union Ministers Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Giriraj Singh, Chirag Paswan, Nityanand Rai, and others were present at the event.
Hans India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Double-engine govt committed to all-round development of Bihar: PM Modi
Patna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the double-engine government in Bihar is committed to the all-around development of the state. He inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple developmental projects worth over Rs 5,700 crore during his visit to Siwan in Bihar. The Prime Minister flagged off the Vande Bharat Express train that will connect Pataliputra in Bihar with Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah. Further giving a boost to railway infrastructure in the region, PM Modi also inaugurated the new Vaishali-Deoria railway line project worth over Rs 400 crore, besides flagging off a new train service on this route. PM Modi reiterated the Centre's resolve for Bihar's all-round development and also stated it on his personal social media handle on X. 'The double engine government is committed to the all-round development of Bihar. Today I am very happy to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of projects worth thousands of crores of rupees from Siwan,' he wrote in a post on X. One of the major highlights of the event was the handing over of house keys to PMAY beneficiaries by the Prime Minister. PM Modi released the first instalment of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) at the public gathering in Siwan and handed over keys to a few beneficiaries to mark the Grih Pravesh Ceremony of more than 6,600 completed houses of PMAY-U. He also flagged off a state-of-the-art locomotive built at the Marhowra Plant, for export to the Republic of Guinea, under the 'Make in India' initiative. This is the first export locomotive manufactured in this factory. PM Modi addressed the gathering and made an instant connect with the crowd as he made an appealing statement in the local language, 'Raua.. Sab logon ke pranam karta hi (You people.... I greet you all present here)". PM Modi was accompanied on the stage by Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, Deputy CMs, leaders of NDA allies and other party veterans of the BJP state unit. Bihar CM Nitish Kumar thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the caste-based Census, stating how this will have a significant impact on the state's growth matrix.
Mint
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Mint
PM Modi holds massive roadshow in Bihar's Siwan; Nitish Kumar says ‘Have you ever seen such a big crowd?'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a roadshow and greeted people at a public meeting in Bihar's Siwan, where he laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects, including in the water, rail, and power sectors. Narendra Modi was accompanied by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, a key ally, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha—both senior BJP leaders—in a clear display of unity within the NDA. The alliance is gearing up for the critical assembly elections set to take place in the coming months. PM Modi greeted Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as he took the stage at a public meeting in Siwan. CM Nitish Kumar said, 'You must recall what was the situation prior to the NDA government in the state. The opposition is spreading canards. They must be asked what the situation was before our government was formed. People could go out of their houses... the situation was so bad. You all have gathered in such huge numbers to listen to PM Modi. I congratulate you all.' Modi also handed over the first instalment to more than 53,600 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) and marked the Grih Pravesh ceremony for over 6,600 completed houses by handing over keys to select beneficiaries. Prime Minister Modi launched 28 development projects worth more than ₹ 5,900 crore in Bihar's Siwan district. Modi inaugurated the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line project, built at a cost of over ₹ 400 crore, and flagged off a new train service on this route. Earlier in the day, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister, Samrat Choudhary, in a post on X wrote, 'Today the people of Bihar are eagerly waiting for Modi ji, from energy to railways, from housing to export…..he (the PM) is bringing many gifts for the people of the state during his 51st visit to Bihar today'. Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, Union ministers and several officials were present on the occasion. (With inputs from agencies)
