Patna, March 2 -- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today directed officials to expedite the construction of underground drains along with road works at Saidpur and Bakarganj.

The Chief Minister inspected the Saidpur underground drain and road construction project. During his visit, Kumar instructed officials to properly renovate the Saidpur drain and complete the construction of the four-lane road over it at the earliest.

He said the project is very important and, once completed, will help eliminate traffic congestion in Saidpur, Rajendra Nagar, Musallahpur Haat, Gaighat and Pahari areas. It will also provide an alternative route connecting to the New Patna Bypass. He added that the four-lane road will improve traffic movement and enhanc...