Amit Shah Unveils Schemes and Projects Worth Over Rs 800 Crore in Bihar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a series of development projects and welfare schemes worth over Rs 800 crore in Bihar on the occasion of International Cooperative Day. The event, attended by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and other dignitaries, marked significant contributions towards urban development, cooperative sector advancements, law enforcement infrastructure, and transportation projects.
Amit Shah launched schemes worth Rs 111 crore under the cooperative department aimed at strengthening cooperative societies and financial institutions. These schemes focus on:
He also inaugurated a makhana processing unit at the Fishermen’s Cooperative Society in Darbhanga, promoting value addition and rural employment in the region.
A major portion of the investment, amounting to Rs 421 crore, was allocated to the urban development and housing department. These funds will be used for:
Amit Shah also laid the foundation stone for 133 police buildings, worth Rs 181 crore. These projects include:
Three road transport and national highway projects, valued at Rs 109 crore, were launched to enhance connectivity and ease transportation in Bihar. The projects include:
Amit Shah distributed micro ATMs to ‘Bank Mitras’ of the Bihar State Cooperative Bank at a state-level conference attended by representatives from Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) and other cooperative bodies. These ATMs aim to:
Apart from the development projects, Amit Shah’s visit also had a political dimension. He is set to:
Key Aspect | Details |
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Why in News? | Amit Shah launched projects worth Rs 800 crore in Bihar on International Cooperative Day. |
Cooperative Sector | Rs 111 crore allocated for cooperative banking and PACS development. |
Urban Development | Rs 421 crore for infrastructure and affordable housing. |
Law Enforcement | Rs 181 crore for 133 new police buildings. |
Transport Projects | Rs 109 crore for road and highway improvements. |
Makhana Processing Unit | Inaugurated in Darbhanga to boost rural economy. |
Bank Mitras & Micro ATMs | Distributed to improve digital banking access. |
Political Engagements | Addressing a rally in Gopalganj; Meeting NDA leaders at CM’s residence. |
This initiative reflects the central government’s commitment to economic growth, security, infrastructure, and cooperative development in Bihar, further enhancing governance and public services in the state.
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