Boring Road, Patna

The Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited (PMRC) is set to expand its train fleet with three additional six-coach rakes by December 2026. These new trains will nearly double the passenger capacity, improving commuter experience and accommodating the growing ridership as more network sections become operational.

Many historical water bodies in Patna are disappearing due to rapid urbanization, unplanned growth, and real estate expansion. Encroachment by private developers and land grabbers, coupled with weak enforcement, is leading to the loss of these vital ecological and cultural assets.

The Bihar Land Mutation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, has been passed, introducing a fee of Rs 200 on applications for land mutation, appeals, and revision of land records. The government stated that additional resources are needed to fund development works.

The Bihar Cabinet has approved a 500 MW rooftop solar project to be installed on government buildings across the state over the next five years. This initiative is expected to reduce electricity expenditure for government institutions, increase renewable energy adoption, lower carbon emissions, and promote environmental sustainability.

Patna is set to launch 'Nagar Netra,' an initiative using AI-powered electric scooters to identify civic issues like litter and potholes across all 75 wards. This will lead to quicker responses and improved accountability in addressing civic problems, enhancing city management.

Bihar aims to attract ₹5 lakh crore in IT investments to boost AI and digital growth. A modern data centre in Patna is nearing operational status, CM also said airports, airstrips, rapid rail in different parts of state & defence corridor in Rajgir & Munger will generate employment. ..

The Patna Metro project is progressing with its first phase, including two main corridors (East-West and North-South), expected to have stations operational by 2027. The project aims to revolutionize urban mobility and is estimated to cost approximately ₹13,365 crore.

Bihar government has proposed a 150-km-long ring road around Patna under the Bharatmala program, with an estimated cost of ₹15,000 crore. This project aims to integrate 12 national and 5 state highways, construct two major bridges over the Ganga, and ease traffic congestion.

The Bihar government is set to construct a new four-lane highway, Vishwamitra Path, along the Ganga river embankments between Maner and Buxar. This 125 km project, including a new bridge over the Sone river, aims to significantly improve connectivity between Patna and western Bihar.