CM launches projects worth Rs 352 cr in Jehanabad, Arwal

Patna: Chief minister, Nitish Kumar, on Friday launched development projects worth Rs 352 crore in Jehanabad and Arwal districts during his Pragati Yatra.
Projects worth Rs 241 crore and Rs 111 crore were launched in Jehanabad and Arwal respectively.
The CM also announced the establishment of a new medical college and hospital in Jehanabad. "A team to identify suitable land for the new medical college will be sent from the state headquarters tomorrow itself so that the college could be established quickly," he said.
While inspecting different development projects and roads, Nitish also said that a ROB (rail over bridge) would be constructed near Arwal Mode at Rajabazar in Jehanabad. "This construction will relieve the city residents from waterlogging and traffic jams, and will also reduce road accidents," the CM said.
He also announced construction of a road from NH-110 to the S S College, Jehanabad. "This road will facilitate the movement of students from the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Hostel, Shrikrishna Women's College, and various govt and private schools. Additionally, the proposed helipad at the Aerodrome Stadium along this route will provide convenience for the arrival of distinguished guests," Nitish said. The state's rural works department was asked to build this road.
The CM further announced to undertake overall development of the Barabar tourism area. "The Barabar tourism area will undergo comprehensive development. This will facilitate the arrival of millions of pilgrims, especially during the month of Shravan, with better transportation, adequate rest houses, lighting, sheds, and other facilities. This will also create more employment opportunities for the local population," he said.
"A sports complex will also be built in Jehanabad to promote sports activities," he said.
He also announced that new block-cum-circle office buildings would be constructed in the three blocks of Kako, Ghosi and Makhdumpur in Jehanabad.
Prior to visiting Jehanabad, the CM, accompanied by the senior ministers and officials, arrived in Arwal where he inspected different ongoing projects.
In Arwal, Nitish announced development of an industrial area near Koriyam village. "It will promote industries and provide employment opportunities to local youths," the CM said.
"A road will be constructed from Arwal bus stand to Janakpur Dham via S P Residence and Bairabad Path. This road will solve the traffic congestion problem in Arwal market," the CM said and asked the officials of the rural works department to build this road as early as possible.
The CM also said the road from Mali to Ekrauja via Turktelpa would be renovated and strengthened. "This road is in a dilapidated condition. Its renovation will significantly reduce the distance from Arwal to Gaya and Aurangabad," he said.