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PM Modi Praises CM Nitish Kumar’s Governance, Inaugurates AIIMS and Key Projects in Bihar

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, praised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his contributions to Bihar’s development, describing his governance as a shift from the “Jungle Raj” era to a model of “sushashan” (good governance). Modi’s remarks came during an event in Darbhanga, Bihar, where he laid the foundation stone for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and inaugurated infrastructure projects totaling over ₹12,000 crore. “Nitish Babu has established a governance model that has pulled Bihar out of the shadows of Jungle Raj,” Modi stated, highlighting the transformation under Kumar’s leadership. With Nitish Kumar on stage, Modi noted the progress achieved under the NDA’s “double engine” government, driving Bihar towards all-around growth. Modi also acknowledged Nitish Kumar’s persistent efforts to bring AIIMS to Darbhanga, crediting the Chief Minister’s initial request alongside late BJP leader Arun Jaitley. In his speech, Modi emphasized the importance of improving medical facilities across smaller towns and noted that, under his government, the number of AIIMS hospitals has expanded from just one since independence to nearly 24. Additionally, the PM highlighted the increase in medical colleges, which has doubled in the last decade, resulting in more doctors and medical seats nationwide. Darbhanga AIIMS, he noted, would help address Bihar’s healthcare needs and produce skilled doctors for the state and the country. In line with promoting education in regional languages, Modi reaffirmed his government’s commitment to offering medical education in Hindi and other languages—a tribute to Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur’s vision. Modi also addressed Bihar’s annual flood challenges in the Kosi-Mithila region, revealing plans to collaborate with Nepal and allocate ₹11,000 crore towards flood mitigation. He concluded by announcing new healthcare initiatives, including a cancer center in Muzaffarpur and an eye hospital in collaboration with Kanchi Kamakoti Peeth. Present at the event were Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Union ministers Chirag Paswan and Nityanand Rai, and Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha. Source: Times of India Photo Credit: Times of India

UP Government’s Rs 28,760.67 Crore Supplementary Budget Prioritizes Election Promises and Key Sectors

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The state government of Uttar Pradesh unveiled a supplementary budget of Rs 28,760.67 crore, with a focus on keeping the promises made by the ruling BJP during the Assembly elections two years ago. This comes as the state gets ready for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. To show that the government is committed to helping farmers, a sizeable portion of the budget—Rs 900 crore—has been set aside to provide free electricity to private tubewell connections. The UP Cooperative Sugar Mill Association has been given Rs 400 crore as a vital next step to settle the outstanding debts of cane growers. In addition, Rs 50 crore has been set aside for the season of 2022–2023 sugarcane procurement, and Rs 100 crore for the season of 2023–2024. Presenting the supplemental budget, State Finance Minister Suresh Khanna noted that expenditures from the revenue account totaled Rs 19,046 crore, while those from the capital account were Rs 9,714 crore. Notably, the Power sector was allotted the largest amount—more than Rs 6,000 crore—with funds designated for particular projects like Ghatampur and Jawaharpur Thermal Power. Infrastructure projects were also given top priority; funds were set aside for the Ganga Expressway, the Lucknow and Kanpur Metro Rail projects, and programs like the Deen Dayal Upadhaya Gram Jyoti Yojana and smart metering. The budget also covers road projects, the development and renovation of places of worship, and the preservation of stray cattle. Important social welfare initiatives include the provision of Rs 51 crore in prize money to medal winners at the 19th Asian and Para Asian Games, Rs 27 crore for the welfare of fishermen, and Rs 250 crore for the care of stray cattle. With large funding for the Home Department, the Special Task Force (STF), and initiatives to combat cybercrime and naxalism-related activities, security and law and order have not been neglected. The government’s strategic approach to fulfilling electoral promises, addressing important sectors, and guaranteeing comprehensive development across various facets of the state is emphasized by the supplemental budget. The budget, which combines targeted funding with populist measures, creates the conditions for heated discussions and debates in the run-up to the elections.