Patna DM Dr. Thiyagarajan S.M holds a review meeting of the education department on June 3, 2026. Photo: Aftab Alam Siddiqui
By A Correspondent
Patna: In line with state government orders, degree courses will commence from 1 July in seven blocks of Patna district that previously had no degree colleges. The blocks include Athmalgola, Belchhi, Daniyawan, Ghoswari, Khusrupur, Maner and Sampatchak. The launch will be marked by a festive atmosphere.
The District Magistrate of Patna, Dr. Thiyagarajan S.M., on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive review meeting with Sub-Divisional Officers of four subdivisions, newly appointed principals, officials from the education department, and engineers from building, electricity, PHED and other technical departments. Block Development Officers, Block Education Officers and other stakeholders also attended the meeting.
Officials were directed to strictly follow government guidelines, ensure close coordination among departments, and establish robust arrangements to meet students’ academic needs with quality facilities.
The District Magistrate stated that under the state government’s Saat Nischay-3 programme, particularly its fourth pledge “Advanced Education – Bright Future”, continuous efforts are being made to provide better higher education facilities to students. As part of this initiative, degree courses will begin from 1 July in 211 blocks across the state that currently lack degree colleges, including these seven blocks in Patna district.
He added that classes will begin with full enthusiasm and proper arrangements in place. For now, temporary buildings have been selected for operating these colleges, ensuring the availability of all basic facilities. Sub-Divisional Officers of Patna Sadar, Danapur, Barh and Patna City have been instructed to personally inspect the buildings along with principals and district education officials.
The administration has been directed to arrange furniture, equipment, computers, Wi-Fi, and to carry out repairs, painting and maintenance of the selected buildings. Facilities such as safe drinking water, water coolers, RO systems, separate toilets for men and women, electricity, lighting, fans, coolers, air conditioning and stationery items are also to be ensured. Authorities have been asked to maintain easy access to the colleges, provide security, and ensure cleanliness, all in strict compliance with financial rules.
The District Magistrate emphasised that there can be no compromise on the quality of work and instructed all officials to ensure high standards.
He further said that work on identifying land for permanent buildings is progressing in a time-bound manner. As per government norms, efforts are underway to secure a minimum of five acres in rural areas and 2.5 acres in urban areas. The Additional Collector has been directed to identify suitable land by 30 June 2026 through Circle Officers so that construction can begin. Sub-Divisional Officers will oversee the process, while the Deputy Development Commissioner will conduct regular reviews.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment, the District Magistrate said that providing quality education remains a top priority, and the entire administrative machinery is working diligently to achieve this goal.
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