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Patna to Adopt NCR Model; Metro Operations Set to Start

Representative AI image PATNA: On Wednesday, Urban Development and Housing Department (UDHD) Minister Jibesh Mishra announced plans to develop Greater Patna following the model of Delhi’s National Capital Region (NCR), utilizing a land pooling policy for organized urban expansion. Mishra also confirmed that the Patna Metro Rail project is set for inauguration this month on the priority corridor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is anticipated to visit Bihar on September 29 and may officially inaugurate the metro service during this visit. Initially, the metro will operate across three stations with the government planning to expand the network by adding more stations…

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Bihar CM Reviews Patna Metro Rail Project Construction

File Photo PATNA: On Tuesday, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited the construction site of the Patna Metro Rail Project. He instructed officials to speed up the construction process. According to a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office, “During the visit, the CM assessed the Metro Terminal at Bariyarpur and reviewed the metro rail coaches, tracks, yard, power grid, and associated infrastructure.” The CM emphasized the need to expedite the project’s construction. Regular inspections are being conducted to ensure efficient progress on the construction work. During the inspection, the CM engaged with officials to discuss the current status of the…