Bihar approves two new universities in Patna and Begusarai

The Bihar cabinet has greenlit the creation of two new higher educational institutions as part of the state's expansion of university infrastructure. Mata Sita Women's University will be established in Patna, while Rashtrakavi Ramdhari Singh 'Dinkar' University will come up in Begusarai district.

The approvals were announced following a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The decision to establish these institutions reflects the government's commitment to enhancing educational access across the state, with the women's university in the capital city and the second institution in a district location.

The cabinet took a total of 24 decisions during the meeting, with the university approvals forming a significant part of the agenda. The new institutions are expected to cater to growing demand for higher education in Bihar, particularly addressing the need for women-focused educational opportunities.

Both universities are set to commence operations, though specific timelines for their establishment and admission procedures have not been detailed. The move aligns with broader state efforts to expand the higher education landscape and support the academic aspirations of Bihar's student population.