Bihar’s Growth Story: A Call for Central Support

Bihar’s Economic Momentum:

  • Double-Digit Growth: Bihar is striving to maintain its impressive 11% growth rate, exceeding the national average of 7%.
  • Infrastructure Investments: The state government is actively investing in infrastructure development, including metro rail projects in key cities and airports to enhance connectivity.
  • Human Resource Development: Bihar is focusing on human resource development through various schemes, including those in the health sector and a new industrial policy with incentives for businesses.

Seeking Central Assistance:

  • Financial Support: The state government is seeking special financial assistance from the Centre to sustain its growth trajectory and implement ambitious infrastructure projects.
  • Flood Mitigation: Bihar is requesting support for dam construction, canal renovation, and embankment strengthening to address the recurring issue of floods.
  • Road Infrastructure: The state needs additional funding from the Central Road Infrastructure Fund to maintain its extensive road network.
  • Solar Energy Promotion: Bihar is advocating for the promotion of solar energy in central government units and premises.
  • Milk Cooperative Development: The state government is proposing to establish a milk cooperative society in every panchayat to boost the dairy sector.

Purvodaya: A Collaborative Effort:

  • Regional Development: The meeting with representatives from Purvodaya states aimed to strengthen the roadmap for regional development and unlock the economic potential of eastern India.
  • Sustainable Growth: The focus is on exploring sustainable growth pathways that will create a prosperous and transformative future for the region.

Bihar’s Vision for the Future:

  • Viksit Bihar@2047: The state government is preparing a comprehensive development plan, “Viksit Bihar@2047,” and seeking financial assistance for projects like Inland Container Depots.

The meeting highlights the importance of collaboration between the Centre and states in driving economic growth and development, particularly in regions like eastern India with immense potential. Bihar’s proactive approach and ambitious plans, coupled with the Centre’s support, can pave the way for a brighter future for the state and the entire region.