Nitish Kumar to kickstart Pragati Yatra from West Champaran today

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will start the Pragati Yatra from Bagaha in West Champaran on Monday. Preparations for the Yatra have been completed.

The Chief Minister is believed to be aiming to showcase his development efforts in the state through this Yatra.

Around 500 police officers have been deployed to ensure safety and security, alongside 150 officers and magistrates. The administrative machinery in West Champaran has been working tirelessly to ensure a smooth and impactful event.

“A comprehensive security apparatus has been put in place, ensuring the smooth execution of the Yatra. The district administration is leaving no stone unturned in overseeing the preparations,” said Sushant Kumar Saroj, SP of West Champaran.

The district administration of West Champaran has constructed two helipads in Kadamhiya village, Santpur, which will facilitate the Chief Minister’s helicopter landing. The district has undergone beautification and organizational efforts to prepare for the CM’s visit.

Special attention is being given to Santpur Ghothwa Tola, near the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, to highlight its progress in development. Initiatives include fostering local women’s participation through Anganwadi workers and the Jeevika group, crafting various handicrafts in anticipation of the event.

The event signifies a strategic convergence of governance, development, and political messaging. Several long-pending projects are being completed at a rapid pace.

A day before the Pragati Yatra, Janata Dal-United (JDU) launched a promotional effort with posters proclaiming, “When it comes to Bihar, the name is only Nitish Kumar.” These posters have been prominently displayed in Patna and other districts, reinforcing Nitish Kumar’s image as the face of Bihar’s leadership.

According to the schedule for the first phase of the Pragati Yatra, Nitish Kumar will visit West Champaran on Monday. After staying overnight in Valmiki Nagar Tiger Reserve, he will head to East Champaran on December 24. As Christmas falls on December 25, there is no program scheduled for that day.

He will visit Sheohar and Sitamarhi on December 26, Muzaffarpur on December 27, and Vaishali on December 28 before returning to Patna.