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Nitish demands special status for Bihar during his meeting with PM

Nitish demands special status for Bihar during his meeting with PM

Patna, May 28 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take effective measures for grant of special status and special assistance​ to the state so that it could contribute in the country's growth momentum. Mr Kumar handed over a letter to Mr Modi during his meeting in New Delhi yesterday seeking special status and special assistance to the state. Mr Kumar in his letter said, "In last 12 years State Government has been working diligently for the all-round development of Bihar so that the State can also stand along the developed states". He said that despite the unfavourable conditions and prejudice, the state in recent years has continued to register a high growth rate. "In order to further increase the rate of growth, to twine a web of industries, to enhance the employment opportunities and to ensure availability of resources, we have continuously demanded Special Category status for Bihar, articulating the legal and economic grounds of the demand," he added. MORE UNI DH KKS RN 2031

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