Patna, March 28, 2026: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today inspected various ongoing projects in Patna city and directed speedy completion. The Chief Minister inspected the construction site of the Loknayak Jai Prakash Narayan Park (Bihar Gaurav Park) being constructed near the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Samadhi Sthal. The Loknayak Jai Prakash Narayan Park near Bans Ghat in Patna is being constructed in honor of the Loknayak.
During the inspection, the Chief Minister urged that this park be constructed in a proper manner near the Samadhi Sthal of Bharat Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. The construction of this park will greatly benefit the people of this area. On one side of this theme park is the Samadhi Sthal of Bharat Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad, while on the other side is the JP Ganga Path, providing a truly picturesque view.
It is noteworthy that the Bihar Gaurav Park is being constructed on 10 acres of land between the samadhi site of the country’s first President, Bharat Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad, and the J.P. Ganga Path. This park will showcase various elements of Bihar’s glorious history and culture. The theme park will feature inspiring stories of Bihar’s great figures: Aryabhatta, Chanakya, Emperor Ashoka, Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan, and Dashrath Manjhi.
The park will showcase Bihar’s architectural heritage, including Nalanda, Vikramshila, religious stupas, temples, and tombs. Food and beverage facilities and a playground will also be constructed for tourists. In addition, a grand memorial complex will be constructed at the current memorial site in memory of Bharat Ratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the country’s first President.
The Chief Minister inspected the new Mukti Dham complex at Bans Ghat and reviewed its facilities. The Bans Ghat crematorium has been renovated, covering approximately four and a half acres of land. Along with cremation facilities, civic, religious, and cultural amenities are available here. The Chief Minister also inspected the old crematorium complex at Bans Ghat. He urged that it be improved. Along with the new Mukti Dham, all facilities should be provided in this old crematorium complex as well.
The Chief Minister then inspected the construction of Patna Haat, being built near Gandhi Maidan. The Chief Minister inspected the site of the promenade being constructed from Sabhyata Dwar to Collectorate Ghat. Officials showed the Chief Minister a map of the promenade from Sabhyata Dwar to Collectorate Ghat, which will include pedestrian paths, streetlights, sitting areas, umbrella-shaped pillars, and other amenities for visitors.
During the inspection, the Chief Minister instructed officials to expedite the completion of all these projects so that the city residents can benefit from them. Sabhyata Dwar is very well built. People come here and enjoy the tourist facilities and also learn about Bihar’s glorious past. With the promenade being connected to the Civilisation Gate, people will be able to enjoy it in a better way.
Water Resources and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, Chief Minister’s Principal Secretary Deepak Kumar, Chief Minister’s Secretary Kumar Ravi, Chief Minister’s Secretary Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh, Patna Division Commissioner Animesh Parashar, District Magistrate Dr. Thiyagarajan S.M, Patna Municipal Corporation Commissioner Yashpal Meena and other senior officials were present during the inspection.
