Painal, 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.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved the Patna Elevated Road Project, a 13.41 km six-lane elevated and at-grade corridor from Saristabad to Didarganj. This project aims to significantly ease traffic congestion within Patna and improve connectivity.

CM Samrat Choudhary highlighted the inauguration of the Navin Kishore Sinha Path and plans for new cities on the outskirts of Patna,The expansion of road, rail, and air travel infrastructure, along with projects like the Patna Metro and new airports in Sonepur and Bihta, aims to improve connectivity and urban services across the state.

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.

Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has approved a Rs 3,043-crore budget for 2026-27, focusing on waste management, urban development, and infrastructure upgrades. Key projects include a Rs 514-crore integrated solid waste management system , redevelopment of New Market, and IoT-enabled street lights.

The elevated stretch of the Patna Metro from Bhoothnath to Malahi Pakri, a key part of Corridor II, has successfully passed a safety inspection by the Chief Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety. This 2.75 km section, including Khemnichak station, is set to open soon, completing the priority elevated corridor and boosting urban mobility.

The Road Construction Department is conducting a comprehensive review of 22 ongoing road projects in Patna. The focus is on ensuring quality standards, safety, and timely completion. This review aims to improve the city's road infrastructure, leading to better connectivity and a smoother commuting experience for residents.