BI News,Patna: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated a series of initiatives under the Panchayati Raj Department in a virtual ceremony held at “Sankalp,” 1 Anne Marg. Among the projects, the foundation stone for 2,000 Panchayat government buildings with an estimated cost of Rs 4,171 crore was laid, marking a momentous commitment to rural development.
During the virtual event, the Chief Minister also virtually distributed appointment letters to 366 newly appointed auditors and launched the e-Panchayat portal. Furthermore, he inaugurated the plumbing training program for 9,500 maintainers under the Chief Minister Rural Drinking Water Nishchay Yojana.
Addressing the audience, Nitish Kumar expressed his congratulations to everyone involved in these endeavors and acknowledged the dedicated efforts of the Panchayati Raj Department. He emphasized the importance of the Panchayat and the respect it deserves, underscoring the government’s commitment to building sustainable Panchayat government infrastructure.
Kumar stated, “Construction of 1,517 Panchayat government buildings has been completed, and work on 857 more is ongoing. The World Bank has extended its support by offering assistance for 330 more such buildings, and we’ve now initiated the construction of 2,000 new ones. I urge swift site selection and construction commencement for the remaining 3,683 Panchayat government buildings, aiming to complete them by 2024.”
The Chief Minister also encouraged the use of solar panels on Panchayat government building roofs, underlining the significance of promoting solar energy, which he considers a sustainable energy source.
Highlighting Bihar’s development achievements, Kumar mentioned substantial progress in infrastructure, transportation, electricity, water supply, education, and healthcare. He elaborated on the state’s evolution and praised the self-help groups, particularly Jeevika Didis, that have significantly contributed to women’s empowerment.
Nitish Kumar concluded by emphasizing the government’s dedication to providing efficient services to Panchayat representatives and highlighted the importance of leveraging technology for governance and transparency.
The event included presentations on the accomplishments of the Chief Minister Rural Drinking Water Nishchay Yojana and featured speeches from several ministers, including Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, Lalit Kumar Yadav, and Murari Prasad Gautam, among others. District Magistrates from across the state attended the event via video conferencing, making it a comprehensive and impactful initiative for Panchayati Raj development.
