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Bihar CM Sets January 31 Deadline for Land Survey

PATNA: On Tuesday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that all pending land measurement applications will be addressed by January 31 through a special initiative. This effort aims to minimize delays, enhance transparency, and mitigate land disputes across the state. In a social media update, the Chief Minister stated these reforms will greatly benefit residents by creating a more transparent and efficient land measurement process. “People often face long wait times after applying for land measurement, which can lead to unnecessary hardships and disputes,” the CM mentioned in his post. He emphasized that all pending applications would be resolved by January…

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Patna implements strict rules to combat construction dust pollution

PATNA: As Patna’s air quality has recently dropped into the “moderate” category, concerns regarding increasing particulate pollution have led the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) to implement stricter regulations on the disposal of construction and demolition waste to address dust pollution. Over the past 24 hours, the average Air Quality Index (AQI) in Patna was recorded at 177, classified as “moderate,” according to a bulletin from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) released on Wednesday. According to the bulletin, PM2.5 has been identified as the main pollutant in the city, primarily arising from building materials and construction debris. In response, the…

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Patna resolves 671 property tax and waste charge issues in a month

PATNA: The Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has addressed 671 complaints regarding property tax and solid waste charges out of 1,782 grievances reported within the past month, showcasing a significant advancement in citizen-focused governance. Officials report that the civic body is prioritizing expedited resolution through its enhanced grievance redressal system. On Monday, Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena stated, “We are promptly managing complaints to ensure timely relief for residents. The remaining cases, mostly directed to zonal offices, are actively being processed, with regular reviews conducted by relevant officers for prompt resolution.” The commissioner has issued stern directives to executive officers across all…

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Property Tax to Increase for 5,000 Households in Patna

PATNA: The urban development and housing department (UDHD) has upgraded 19 main roads to the ‘principal main road’ (PMR) category, affecting over 5,000 households who will now face approximately 1.5 times higher residential property taxes. This significant change in property tax assessment for the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) comes after UDHD’s approval. The UDHD announced the upgrade of roads on May 19, leading to the PMC’s notification on December 2. A list of 112 newly classified roads has been released by the PMC. Of these, 43 roads are now designated as PMRs, and 69 are classified as main roads. Prominent…

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Bihar Launches Program to Resolve Land Disputes

PATNA: On Wednesday, Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha announced the launch of a new initiative titled ‘Bhumi Sudhar Samvad’ (Land Reforms Dialogue) on December 12. This program aims to assist citizens in resolving land-related issues and updating their documents. A dedicated team named ‘Udan Dasta’ will be established to oversee and prevent land fraud. Sinha noted that the department has received approximately 46 lakh applications concerning land disputes, with nearly 12 lakh already resolved and documented on the portal. “The government is committed to addressing land disputes at the grassroots level while ensuring transparency,” he stated. During…

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EOU Forms STF to Combat Sand and Land Mafias in Bihar

Representative Image PATNA: The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) has established a Special Task Force dedicated to combating illegal sand mining and land mafia activities in Bihar. Led by EOU DIG Manavjit Singh Dhillon, the task force will investigate illegal assets, perform financial inquiries, and confiscate properties linked to criminal operations. They will also collaborate with government agencies and district administrations for further actions, as stated by a senior EOU official on Wednesday. EOU ADG Nayyar Hasnain Khan revealed that the task force consists of SP Rajesh Kumar, four DSPs, and five inspectors. “The team will investigate how these mafias acquired…

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Full Interest Waiver for Patna Property Tax Defaulters

PATNA: The Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has announced an important relief initiative, offering a 100% waiver on interest and penalties for property tax defaulters. This measure is effective immediately and will remain in place until March 31, 2026. This initiative is part of the newly approved “Bihar Municipal Property Tax Incentive Scheme for Interest and Penalty Waiver – 2025.” It allows property owners to settle their outstanding property tax for the financial year 2025-26, as well as for previous years, by paying just the principal amount in a single lump sum to fully clear their arrears. The scheme has been…

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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 RERA Orders Refund for 18 PK Villa Project Homebuyers

PATNA: On Monday, homebuyers invested in the PK Villa Project by Agrani Homes received some good news, as the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) of Bihar announced that 18 individuals who had lodged complaints against the builder will be eligible for partial refunds of their total payments. The RERA official stated, “These 18 homebuyers will receive a cumulative refund of ₹1 crore, distributed proportionally based on their contributions. Additionally, RERA Bihar is working to auction off seized lands from Agrani Homes and other developers to provide further compensation to homebuyers.” The landowner of the PK Villa Project has complied with…

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Bihar Offers Free Land and ₹40 Crore Interest Support to Investors

PATNA: On Tuesday, the Bihar government unveiled a new policy that offers free land and interest subsidies of up to Rs 40 crore to investors in the industrial sector. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stated that the ‘Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package 2025 (BIPPP-2025)’ aims to enhance industrial development in the agrarian state, generating approximately 1 crore jobs over the next five years. “To encourage industry in Bihar, the government has introduced the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package 2025 (BIPPP-2025) following the BIADA Amnesty Policy 2025. This includes interest subsidies of up to Rs 40 crore for investors,” he shared in…