In what appeared to be a big achievement for the Nitish government, the World Bank has decided to aid a project for boosting rural economy through self-employment in the state.
The project will be launched in 4,000 villages spread across six districts of Bihar in September.
Earlier this year, a World Bank delegation met Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to work out measures for the development of the state.
Sources in the government said the Rs 306.5 crore project, christened "Jivika" (employment), would be executed under the Bihar Rural Livelihood Project.
According to a five-year action plan prepared by the World Bank, the project will cover 42 development blocks across Nalanda, Gaya, Khagaria, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani and Purnia districts.
