India, June 19 -- As the battle for ballot in Bihar draws near and anticipated visits by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union Ministers to launch various projects on cards, the tussle for the premier medical establishment, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), in Mihilanchal region has intensified.

Two prominent districts, Darbhanga and Saharsa, are battling it out to have the second AIIMS in Bihar within their districts. However, the foundation stone for AIIMS Darbhanga was laid by the PM Modi alongwith Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in November 2024.

PM Modi noted that the establishment of AIIMS in Darbhanga will significantly uplift the healthcare landscape of Bihar, serving not only local regions such as Mith...