In the early mornings when most prefer to stay indoors tucked in bed, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is already out conducting his 15th yatra called Samriddhi Yatra. The march has a special significance as it has been taken out after NDA swept the last Assembly elections by mustering the absolute majority. Although industrialisation ranks high on the priority list of the new NDA government, Nitish’s focus on strengthening infrastructure in the hinterland of the state is also clearly visible. He is inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for various development schemes, showing how he is taking care to improve the living condition of one and all.
Mumbai to soon have Bihar Bhawan
After playing a significant role in the national capital for many years, Bihar Bhawan is also set to make its appearance in the country’s commercial capital, Mumbai. A plan for the project has been prepared. Building Construction Department will construct the Bihar Bhawan at Elephant Estate in the Mumbai Port Trust area. The proposed building will be around 30 storeys high, including a basement, and will be equipped with modern facilities. The state cabinet has granted administrative approval of `314.20 crore for the project, which will help speed up the construction process. The office will provide facilities for government work and meetings.
Post poll defeat, INDIA bloc in disarray
After travelling together for more than a couple of weeks, the situation has completely changed. Leaders of the INDIA bloc are giving top most priority to putting their own houses in order. So, it is in complete disarray and only time will tell when they will sit together and formulate a common strategy. They will face the litmus test in the forthcoming budget session of Bihar Assembly as it is a million dollar question whether all constituents of INDIA bloc will be able to corner the mighty NDA in the house with a collective strength. This assumes greater significance as it comes it the backdrop of the INDIA bloc’s Bihar poll debacle.
Ramashankar
Our correspondent in Bihar
ramashankar@newindianexpress.com