Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Bihar Cabinet Approves Airport, Hotel, and Agriculture Projects
The Bihar government made several decisions to improve the state.
They agreed to build six new small airports to make it easier to travel by air.
They also approved the construction of a fancy hotel in Patna.
Farmers will get a guaranteed minimum price for their crops.
The government also decided to make it easier to build 5G antennas and approved land transfers.
There will be new jobs for school librarians and the government approved a sports academy.
Bihar cabinet approved an MoU with AAI to develop six small airports under the UDAN scheme.
The cabinet sanctioned Rs 25 crore each for the initial development of the six airports.
Approval was granted for a five-star hotel construction in Patna via PPP, with a 60-year lease.
The cabinet approved the procurement of pulses and oilseeds at Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the Rabi Marketing Season 2025-26.
Various other approvals include amendments to building bylaws, land transfers, and new cadre creation for school librarians.
- Who
- The Bihar cabinet and relevant departments.
- What
- The Bihar cabinet approved multiple projects including airport development, hotel construction, and agricultural support.
- When
- On Tuesday
- Where
- In Bihar
- Why
- To improve infrastructure, boost the economy, support farmers, and enhance education.
- Airport Development
- Six small airports under UDAN scheme: Madhubani, Veerpur, Munger, Valmikinagar, Muzaffarpur and Saharsa.
- Airport Funding
- Rs 25 crore allocated per airport initially
- Hotel Project
- Five-star hotel to be constructed via PPP in Patna, 60-year lease.
- MSP for Chana
- Rs 5650 per quintal for Rabi Marketing Season (RMS) 2025-26.
- Land Transfer
- 70.5 acres of land transferred to Industries department for industrial area development.