Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to Launch Fifth Phase of Samriddhi Yatra
Patna: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to commence the fifth phase of his extensive 'Samriddhi Yatra' on March 23, starting from Jehanabad district, according to an official announcement made on Friday. This significant development initiative follows the successful completion of the fourth phase, which concluded on March 20 after covering Gaya and Aurangabad districts.
Detailed Itinerary and District Coverage
As per the official itinerary released by the state's cabinet secretariat department, the fifth phase will span four intensive days and encompass eight crucial districts. The schedule is meticulously planned:
- March 23: Jehanabad and Arwal districts
- March 24: Kaimur and Rohtas districts
- March 25: Buxar and Bhojpur districts
- March 26: Nalanda and Patna districts, with the phase concluding in Patna district
Objectives and Activities of the Yatra
During the 'Samriddhi Yatra', Chief Minister Nitish Kumar engages in multiple critical activities designed to strengthen governance and public engagement. He conducts thorough reviews of ongoing development projects, inaugurates new government schemes, and maintains direct interaction with citizens. The yatra features the 'Jan Samvad' program, where the CM addresses public meetings in each district, alongside holding comprehensive district-level review meetings with senior administrative officials.
The primary objective of this extensive tour is to meticulously assess the implementation of government policies and development schemes at the grassroots level, ensuring effective delivery and addressing local concerns directly.
Official Directives and Preparations
In a formal letter issued on Friday, Additional Chief Secretary of the cabinet secretariat department Arvind Kumar Choudhary communicated detailed instructions to all department heads, the director general of police, divisional commissioners, district magistrates, senior superintendents of police, and superintendents of police. The letter emphasized that during the fifth leg beginning Monday, the chief minister would conduct rigorous reviews of ongoing government projects and schemes.
Background and Previous Phases
The 'Samriddhi Yatra' was officially launched on January 16 this year from Bettiah in West Champaran district, marking a significant governance initiative. During the inaugural phase from January 16 to 24, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited nine districts: West Champaran, East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Gopalganj, Saran, Siwan, Muzaffarpur, and Vaishali. Each phase builds upon this foundation, systematically covering Bihar's diverse regions to foster development and administrative accountability.
