Mon Feb 24 08:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Bihar Chief Minister Highlights State’s Progress Under NDA Rule at PM Modi’s Rally

**Bhagalpur, Bihar:** Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday lauded the development strides made by the state under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, contrasting it sharply with the previous RJD regime. Addressing a farmers’ rally attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bhagalpur, Kumar highlighted improvements in infrastructure, particularly electricity and roads. He recalled the poor state of affairs during the Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi governments, stating that Patna received only 8 hours of electricity daily, with villages facing even worse conditions.

Kumar emphasized the NDA’s focus on agriculture, citing four successive agricultural roadmaps that have boosted agricultural output, including dairy, poultry, and fisheries production. He noted that Bihar has achieved self-sufficiency in fish production, a significant change from previous reliance on other states.

The Chief Minister attributed the progress to the collaborative efforts of the state and central governments. He praised Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and the substantial financial assistance provided through central budgets for various projects, including industry development, road infrastructure, flood control, and the establishment of a Makhana board and a Greenfield airport.

Kumar also highlighted improvements in law and order, stating that the atmosphere of fear prevalent during the previous regime has been replaced by one of peace and harmony. He further underscored substantial increases in the state budget – from ₹28,000 crore in 2005-06 to over ₹3 lakh crore currently – attributing this growth to consistent work and the BJP’s support. He announced the approval of over 400 new projects worth ₹30,000 crore based on his recent ‘Pragati Yatra’ across the state.

Kumar concluded by reiterating the NDA’s commitment to Bihar’s development and its contribution to national progress, emphasizing initiatives aimed at women’s empowerment and poverty alleviation, including financial assistance to 94 lakh poor families.

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