Sasaram/Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary has announced plans to develop a new satellite township in Rohtas district and establish an airport in the Shahabad region as part of a broader push to strengthen infrastructure, connectivity and tourism in southwestern Bihar.
The announcements were made on Tuesday during a programme in Sasaram, where the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 176 projects worth more than Rs 550 crore.
The event was held on the premises of a PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya and attended by Rashtriya Lok Morcha chief Upendra Kushwaha, legislators Snehlata Kushwaha, Alok Singh, Vashisht Singh and Nagendra Chandravanshi, former minister Murari Prasad Gautam, former MLA Lalan Paswan and other leaders.
New Rohtas Township to Join Bihar’s Satellite City Plan
The Chief Minister said a satellite township would be developed in Rohtas and named Rohtas Township.
The project would form part of Bihar’s broader plan to establish 12 greenfield satellite townships around major urban centres. The initiative aims to create modern, planned urban areas with improved infrastructure and organised development.
Other proposed locations mentioned in the state’s township plan include Patna, Sonpur, Gaya, Darbhanga, Saharsa, Purnia, Munger, Sitamarhi, Bhagalpur and Chhapra.
The proposed Rohtas Township is expected to add another location to the state’s planned urban expansion programme. Details such as its location, land requirements, cost and implementation timeline have not yet been specified in the announcement.
Shahabad Region to Get Proposed Airport
The Chief Minister also announced plans for a new airport in the Shahabad region, which includes Rohtas and neighbouring districts.
Improved air connectivity could make travel easier for residents, businesses and tourists in the region. However, further details regarding the proposed airport’s location, project cost, land acquisition and construction timeline are awaited.
Tourism Sites From Manjhar Kund to Guptadham to Be Developed
The government also plans to improve facilities at important natural, religious and historical destinations across Rohtas.
The Chief Minister said tourism infrastructure would be upgraded along the Manjhar Kund–Guptadham route. Planned improvements include roads, drinking water, parking and other facilities for visitors.
Sites identified for development include Manjhar Kund, Guptadham, Chausasan Temple, Tarachandi Temple and Tutla Bhawani.
According to the announcement, these destinations currently attract around 50,000 tourists, and the government hopes that improved facilities could increase annual footfall to five lakh.
The proposed upgrades are aimed at making the sites more accessible and comfortable for pilgrims and tourists.
Son River Water to Reach Sasaram and Aurangabad
The Chief Minister also said arrangements would be made to bring Son river water to Sasaram and Aurangabad.
The announcement points to a planned expansion of water access in the region. Further details about the project’s engineering plan, coverage, funding and implementation schedule are yet to be provided.
176 Projects Worth More Than Rs 550 Crore
During the Sasaram programme, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 176 projects with a combined value exceeding Rs 550 crore.
The projects include road and other development works intended to improve public infrastructure across the district.
He also inspected the renovation of an old pond at Beda under the state’s Kayakalp campaign, which focuses on the restoration and improvement of existing public assets.
CM Highlights Law and Order and Development
Addressing the gathering, Chaudhary said Bihar had experienced improvements in peace and law and order under the NDA government. He said the government was working with a commitment to public service and development.
The announcements in Sasaram covered urban expansion, airport connectivity, tourism and water infrastructure, although the proposed projects will require further planning and implementation.
Focus on Connectivity and Regional Growth
The proposed township, airport and tourism upgrades could contribute to economic activity across Rohtas and the wider Shahabad region if implemented.
For now, key details about the airport and township—including their exact locations, budgets and timelines—remain to be announced. The next stages of planning will determine how these proposals move towards implementation.
