Category Archives: bihar

Since I reached Patna I wanted to go to the Kumbhrar site- the Patliputra of Ashoka that I had seen briefly some 15 years ago. When I expressed my wish to my host Janardan Sharma, he informed that the place … Continue reading →

I was in Bihar for almost five days. We entered Bihar on April 20 and left on April 24, 2007. The reports in local newspapers were full with news and happenings that confirms the arrival of a resurging Bihar. I … Continue reading →

We entered Bihar through the prestigious Golden Quadrilateral (GQ) from Varanasi on April 19. However, between Karamnasa and Sasaram, some stretches are still not complete. The bypass Sasaram is still not ready, though we would not have used it. Internal … Continue reading →

Sasaram has been fortunate enough to be associated with many big names. The names of Shershah and Jagjivan Ram are at the top. It is the place where Shershah, one of the most reformist emperors of India lies buried under … Continue reading →

I was hopeful for a speedy change with the coronation of Nitish Kumar on the throne of Chanakya. But after almost 16 months or more, I am getting disenchanted and restively worried for the state. I wish others were not … Continue reading →

The news items emanating from the Janata Durbar of Nitish Kumar are sometimes exhilarating and heartening. Further, I heard Nitish Kumar is also visiting all the district headquarters as a means of routine contact with ‘aam aadami’ to have a … Continue reading →

Here are some news reports on some of the strength of its people, the recent actions taken by the new government of Bihar, and the performance of some institutions that other states may emulate, and the people of Bihar origin … Continue reading →