The Bihar government is committed to the development of industries and the welfare of the poor. Industry Minister Nitish Mishra has announced that basic facilities will be provided in all industrial areas of the state, including Purnia. A master plan has been prepared for this, which includes the construction of working hostels for women workers. Additionally, the government is providing grants of up to ₹2 lakh to needy people.

Bihar Government’s Focus on Industrial Development and Welfare for the Poor

The Bihar government is focusing on both industrial development and improving the economic conditions of the poor. Thousands of needy people are benefiting from the new grant scheme, and plans are in place to expand this initiative in the coming years. Let’s take a look at the government scheme and who is eligible.

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What is the Grant Scheme?

The state government has launched a special scheme to assist the poor. Under this scheme, individuals with a monthly income of less than ₹6,000 are being provided financial help. The government is granting ₹2 lakh to these people in stages. This financial aid aims to support daily needs and improve their living standards. The scheme will provide significant relief to poor families, helping them build a better future. The government’s initiative will also help maintain economic balance within society.

Key Figures Related to the Scheme

  1. Financial Year 2023-24: ₹321.67 crore assistance was provided to 40,099 beneficiaries.
  2. Current Financial Year: 2,32,000 applications were received, with 59,000 people already receiving the grant.
  3. Next Financial Year: The plan is to extend the benefits to more poor families.

Eligibility for the Scheme

  • Must be a resident of Bihar.
  • The monthly income should be less than ₹6,000.
  • No financial assistance should have been received previously under this scheme.

Using Data for Effective Assistance

To ensure better facilities for the poor, the government is using caste-based census data. Recently, the Chief Secretary held a meeting to discuss how to use this data effectively to support the needy.

Industrial Development and Banking Facilities

The government has also created a land bank to promote industrial growth.
In Bihar, there are 39,133 banking outlets, including:

  • 7,897 bank branches
  • 6,870 ATMs
  • 8,431 Indian Post Bank branches

Banking facilities are being expanded throughout the state, including in the Parbatta block.