One crore jobs by 2030 and reforms in exams are top priorities of Bihar govt., says Chief Minister
Amid students’ agitation in the country, CM Samrat Choudhary asserted in his first I-Day speech that to ensure the prompt redressal of their grievances, a ‘Student Support Portal’ will be launched on August 17 to receive applications from across Bihar
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated the national flag at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna on the 80th Independence Day, August 15, 2026. In the face of ongoing protests about irregularities in competitive exams across various states, including Bihar, Choudhary announced the formation of a State-level examination reform committee to ensure smooth, transparent, fair, and modern examinations in the State.
He also mentioned that a high-level committee will be established to further enhance the quality of education. Choudhary assured that a 'Student Support Portal' would be launched on August 17 to address students' grievances, with a resolution time of 30 days. The Chief Minister emphasized that free coaching for entrance exams to institutions like IIT-JEE and NEET would be made available at the 551 'Saraswati Vidya Niketans' spread across the State.
Speaking on the occasion, Choudhary greeted all countrymen and the 14 crore people of Bihar, highlighting the significance of Independence Day, which commemorates the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and heroes. He reiterated his commitment to equal opportunities, transparent administration, and providing a dignified life for all citizens.
Choudhary introduced 'Sahyog Shivirs,' which bring administration closer to people. The government aims to ensure a safe, peaceful, and crime-free society, and various steps have been taken to modernize the police force. For women and children's safety, the Chief Minister underscored the zero-tolerance policy towards crime in Bihar.
Under the Chief Minister’s Agricultural Electricity Connection Scheme (Phase-II), 1.68 lakh free agricultural electricity connections were provided to farmers last year. Additionally, five expressways and six high-speed corridors, including 589 kilometers of greenfield expressways, are being constructed. In the education sector, Bihar has allocated ₹68,678 crore from the State budget, representing nearly 20% of the total budgetary allocation.
The government is committed to extending higher education to even the most remote villages by introducing degree-level education in all blocks of the State, allowing rural students, especially girls, to pursue higher education closer to their homes. Choudhary reiterated that providing employment opportunities to the youth is a top priority, with a target to offer one crore jobs and employment by 2030.
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