Nitish Kumar’s Samriddhi Yatra Reaches Muzaffarpur Today, Government Brings Major Development Push

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to arrive in Muzaffarpur today as part of his ambitious ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, bringing with him a long list of development initiatives aimed at accelerating the district’s growth. During the visit, the Chief Minister will dedicate and announce a total of 172 development projects worth approximately ₹853 crore, giving a significant boost to infrastructure and public welfare in the region.

The visit has generated considerable enthusiasm among local residents, with district authorities completing all administrative and security preparations ahead of the programme.

₹853 Crore Development Package for Muzaffarpur

The Chief Minister’s tour is expected to mark a major milestone in Muzaffarpur’s development journey. Projects spanning infrastructure, education, healthcare, and civic amenities have been prioritised under the package, which aims to improve both economic and social indicators in the district.

According to official details:

• 89 new projects worth ₹194 crore will be laid with foundation stones
• 47 completed projects costing ₹212 crore will be formally inaugurated and dedicated to the public
• 36 major projects involving an investment of ₹447 crore will be officially announced for execution

Officials believe these initiatives will significantly strengthen basic infrastructure and create long-term benefits for residents.

Focus on Public Outreach Through Jansamvad

A key highlight of the Samriddhi Yatra will be the ‘Jansamvad’ (public interaction) programme, during which Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will directly engage with citizens. He is expected to outline the government’s development roadmap, review the progress of ongoing schemes, and listen to local issues raised by the public.

The interaction is also seen as an opportunity for the administration to identify district-specific challenges and work towards timely solutions through direct feedback from citizens.

The Samriddhi Yatra is being viewed as the state government’s renewed push to ensure inclusive development, transparency, and direct communication with people at the grassroots level, with Muzaffarpur emerging as a key beneficiary of the initiative.