Sitamarhi Med College Now ‘Mata Sita’: Bihar Govt Nod
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The Bihar government has infused spirituality into healthcare by officially renaming the upcoming Sitamarhi Government Medical College and Hospital as ‘Mata Sita.’ Announced post a high-level cabinet meeting, the decision celebrates the district’s status as Sita’s janmabhoomi in the sacred Mithila belt.
Wednesday’s deliberations, led by CM Nitish Kumar, cleared 20 agendas, prominently featuring this rename alongside infrastructure boosts. Sitamarhi’s Ramayana connections make it a beacon for pilgrims, and the new nomenclature aligns health services with local ethos.
Key among approvals: handing over 1.85 acres near Patna Airport to AAI without cost, paving way for enhanced aviation facilities. The BIT Mesra-Patna MoU got a decade-long extension till 2030, solidifying tech education hubs.
Urban renewal takes a giant leap with preliminary okay for $500 million World Bank funding under the Bihar Urban Transformation Program. It eyes making cities economically robust, with focus on integrated zones, sustainable growth, and climate resilience to spur private sector involvement.
To bolster judiciary, 18 positions were created for courts in Benipur and Madhubani, ensuring faster dispute resolution. Bihar’s latest cabinet moves signal a progressive governance model rooted in tradition yet forward-looking.
