Bihar CM Inspects Secretariat on Holika Dahan
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Synopsis
On March 14, Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, unexpectedly inspected the Secretariat during Holika Dahan. He held a high-level meeting with key officials, emphasizing the acceleration of development projects and maintaining effective governance. His proactive approach, even on festival days, showcases his commitment to the state's progress.
Key Takeaways
- CM Nitish Kumar's surprise visit to the Secretariat.
- High-level meeting with top officials to discuss directives.
- Emphasis on expediting ongoing development projects.
- Inspection of digital infrastructure and e-office functionality.
- Commitment to effective governance and public service.
Patna, March 14 (NationPress) On the occasion of Holika Dahan, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar unexpectedly arrived at his office within the Secretariat on Thursday. During this visit, he convened an important meeting with senior officials to issue significant directives.
The CM conducted an inspection of various rooms and sections within the General Administration Department and engaged in discussions with officials, including Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena, Development Commissioner Pratyay Amrit, and DGP Vinay Kumar.
Other attendees included Deepak Kumar, Principal Secretary to CM, S. Siddharth, Principal Secretary to CM, B. Rajender, Additional Chief Secretary, GAD Anand Kishore, Principal Secretary of Finance, Anupam Kumar, and Kumar Ravi, Secretaries to CM, along with Pranav Kumar, Secretary of the Home Department.
The Chief Minister instructed the officials to accelerate the implementation of all ongoing development projects.
He stressed the need for the prompt execution of projects that were announced during his Pragati Yatra. Previously, all announcements made during the Pragati Yatra have received Cabinet approval.
"I have instructed officials to finalize all projects within the established timeline to ensure effective governance and development," he stated.
During the inspection, the CM evaluated the digital infrastructure and operation of the department's e-office system.
He highlighted the importance of maintaining cleanliness and an efficient work environment, along with effective administration processes.
"All departments must operate smoothly, ensuring organized and efficient functioning to better serve the public," emphasized CM Nitish Kumar.
This unanticipated inspection showcases CM Nitish Kumar's proactive engagement in state affairs, even on festive occasions.
Earlier that day, Bihar's CM visited the Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna to assess the progress on the new terminal building and other ongoing infrastructure projects.
During this inspection, top officials, including Bihar Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena, Patna DM Chandrashekher Singh, and other senior officials accompanied the Chief Minister.
CM Nitish Kumar inspected the under-construction terminal, approach roads, and other amenities for passengers.
The CM instructed officials to expedite the construction to ensure timely completion.
