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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Bihar on November 20 for possible project launches in Banka and Bhagalpur districts. The proposed programme could highlight power generation, higher education and regional infrastructure, although an official schedule has not yet been announced.

Union minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) leader Chirag Paswan criticised the Bihar government over reported cases involving minor girls, questioned the police response and said he would continue raising the issue despite being part of the ruling NDA.

Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary surveyed flood-affected areas in West Champaran and Saran and reviewed relief arrangements in Bathna. Water Resources Department officials reported embankment damage and warned that nearby low-lying villages could face flooding.

JD(U) leader Ram Bachan Rai has taken charge as Chairman of the Bihar Legislative Council after BJP leader Awadhesh Narain Singh resigned, reinforcing the BJP-JD(U) power-sharing arrangement in Bihar. The leadership change comes amid continuing political activity over electoral rolls, governance and upcoming Legislative Council contests.