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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
New jobs, sewerage projects, VAT cut on aviation fuel: Nitish Kumar Cabinet approves 47 Key proposals for Bihar
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar chaired a high-level cabinet meeting on Tuesday and approved 47 key proposals, including large-scale infrastructure projects, new government job openings, and significant policy decisions. The Bihar Cabinet approved the creation of 4,858 new posts across various government departments to improve administrative efficiency and public service delivery. Among the major infrastructure decisions, a Rs 1,320 crore plan was approved for setting up a sewerage network project in Sasaram, Aurangabad, and Siwan. In addition, a Rs 328 crore water supply scheme received clearance for Ara, Siwan, and Sasaram cities, aiming to boost urban utility services. The cabinet also approved a new Bridge Maintenance Policy, which would ensure regular inspection, safety checks, and timely repairs of bridges across the state. Live Events In a move expected to improve air connectivity, the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) in Bihar was reduced from 29 per cent to 4 per cent. A proposal to build a dry dock in Dujra, Patna, was also approved. The facility will be used to repair aircraft, making it the first such unit in the region. In a significant step towards women's empowerment, the cabinet decided that "Jeevika Didis" (members of the state's women's self-help groups) would prepare clothes for children at Anganwadi centres. The area of Phulwari Sharif, Danapur, and Khagol near the capital of Patna will be expanded, and many villages will become part of these cities. Earlier, on Friday, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation of multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore. He was joined by CM Nitish Kumar and Deputy CM Samrat Chowdhary. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the steps being taken by the Union Government towards Bihar's development. Nitish Kumar also praised the Union Government's step to conduct the caste enumeration process in the next population census. "The development work that is being done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the development of Bihar. He also announced assistance for Bihar in the budget. Whatever Bihar has received is a matter of pride. I salute the Centre for announcing the caste-based census. People from other parties were trying to create confusion ", Nitish Kumar said. Nitish Kumar asserted that as soon as the NDA came to power in Bihar, they began to work for the development of the state. He added that his government has paid special attention towards the health sector and is working to connect every household with roads. The Bihar CM stressed that many other developmental works, which include the construction of new houses and settlements, will be completed by June 2025. A major highlight of the Prime Minister's visit to Bihar is the foundation stone laying for Stage-II (3x800 MW) of the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad district, valued at over Rs 29,930 crore. The project is expected to significantly boost electricity generation, industrial development, and employment in the region. PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone for key road infrastructure initiatives, including the four-laning of the Patna-Arrah-Sasaram section of NH-119A, six-laning of the Varanasi-Ranchi-Kolkata highway (NH-319B), the Ramnagar-Kacchi Dargah stretch (NH-119D), and a new Ganga bridge between Buxar and Bharauli.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Nitish Kumar cabinet clears 47 major proposals: new jobs, sewerage projects, VAT cut on aviation fuel
Nitish Kumar NEW DELHI: The Bihar cabinet, led by chief minister Nitish Kumar, on Tuesday approved 47 major proposals, paving the way for new government jobs, key urban infrastructure upgrades, and a significant reduction in VAT on aviation fuel to improve air connectivity. In a major administrative move, the cabinet sanctioned 4,858 new posts across various departments to boost governance and public service delivery. Key urban development decisions included the approval of a Rs 1,320 crore sewerage project in Sasaram, Aurangabad, and Siwan, and a Rs 328 crore drinking water scheme for Ara, Siwan, and Sasaram. A new Bridge Maintenance Policy was also cleared to ensure timely inspections and repairs of bridges across the state. In a bid to attract more air traffic, the cabinet slashed Value-Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) from 29% to 4%, a move expected to lower costs for airlines and improve connectivity. The cabinet also greenlit the construction of a dry dock facility in Dujra, Patna, which will be the first in the region and used for aircraft repairs. Highlighting women's empowerment, the government announced that "Jeevika Didis", members of women's self-help groups, will now prepare clothes for children enrolled at Anganwadi centres. The cabinet also approved the expansion of urban limits in the Patna region, incorporating more villages into Phulwari Sharif, Danapur, and Khagaul municipalities. The announcements came shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar, during which he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth Rs 48,520 crore. He was joined by CM Nitish Kumar and Deputy CM Samrat Chowdhary. Chief minister Kumar expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and the Union government, stating, 'The development work that is being done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the development of Bihar. He also announced assistance for Bihar in the budget. Whatever Bihar has received is a matter of pride. I salute the Centre for announcing the caste-based census. People from other parties were trying to create confusion. ' He further asserted that the NDA government in Bihar had prioritised infrastructure, healthcare, and road connectivity, with housing and settlement projects expected to be completed by June 2025. A key project launched during PM Modi's visit was the foundation stone laying for Stage-II of the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad, valued at over Rs 29,930 crore, aimed at boosting power generation, industry, and employment. The PM also laid the foundation for crucial highway projects including the four-laning of Patna-Arrah-Sasaram (NH-119A), six-laning of Varanasi-Ranchi-Kolkata (NH-319B), the Ramnagar-Kacchi Dargah stretch (NH-119D), and a new Ganga bridge between Buxar and Bharauli. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
