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Modi in Bihar: Rs 10k cr for 20 varsities in 5 yrs to make them world-class

Modi said, 'From the land of snake charmers, India now seen as global IT hub'

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Nitish Kumar, Modi
Nitish Kumar receives Narendra Modi

Last Updated : Oct 14 2017 | 3:15 PM IST

12:46 PM

Modi said, "10 private & 10 public universities will be given a fund of Rs 10,000 Crore over 5 yrs to make them world-class."

12:32 PM

The more we stress on innovative learning, the more our country will be stronger globally: PM Modi

12:27 PM

Modi said: "Bihar is a state that is blessed with both 'Gyan' and 'Ganga.' This land has a unique legacy"

12:25 PM

This is the Prime Minister's first full-fledged official tour to the state since the BJP became a part of the ruling coalition in Bihar in July this year after Kumar-led JD(U) snapped its alliance with Lalu Prasad's RJD and the Congress.

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12:23 PM

The more we stress on innovative learning, the more our country will be stronger globally: PM Modi

12:20 PM

"Technology and innovation go hand-in-hand and since our competition is global, we must adapt ourselves towards progress," says Modi

12:14 PM

"Most IAS officers come from Patna."

12:14 PM

"Bihar will be developed by 2022," sayd Modi

12:14 PM

Modi said, "If we want to progress in the field of education, we need to free our minds and inculcate innovation into the system" 

12:11 PM

Modi says, "Foundation of Patna University was laid 100 years ago, no one can forget our contribution to education."

12:07 PM

PM Modi speaks at the centenary celebrations of Patna



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Click here to watch Modi at the celebrations


11:53 AM

Modi will head to Science College Ground for centenary celebrations of Patna University. 

First Published: Oct 14 2017 | 1:06 PM IST