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Budget cheers for poll-bound Bihar, second year in a row

IndiaTimes Saturday, 1 February 2025
In the Union Budget, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several initiatives for Bihar, including the establishment of a Makhana Board, four greenfield airports, and a National Institute Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management. Additionally, support for the Western Kosi Canal project and expanded facilities at IIT Patna were also announced.
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