Gaya: Former CM and JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar on Saturday inaugurated an exhibition titled ‘20 Saal Bemisaal’ at Kedarnath Market in Gaya town. The exhibition showcases development initiatives undertaken during his nearly two-decade tenure. However, Kumar stayed at the venue only briefly and left without addressing the gathering or attending any other programme.Organised by JD(U) workers during the Dussehra festivities, the exhibition aims to familiarise people with development projects implemented in Bihar and Gaya district during Kumar’s tenure. It will remain open until the end of the Dussehra celebrations.JD(U) state general secretary Chandan Singh, Belaganj MLA Manorama Devi and former MLC Kumud Verma welcomed Kumar at the venue. He inaugurated the exhibition by lighting a ceremonial lamp.The exhibition highlights key initiatives, including the Ganga water supply scheme, Jeevika programme, rubber dam on the Falgu river and development work around Vishnupad temple.Singh said the Ganga water supply scheme was among the significant initiatives aimed at addressing drinking water problems in Gaya. He also highlighted the Jeevika programme, which has enabled thousands of women to organise themselves into self-help groups and become financially independent.Referring to Gaya’s religious and tourism significance, Singh said the rubber dam and development projects around Vishnupad temple were important steps towards improving facilities for pilgrims and promoting religious tourism. He said these initiatives would continue to benefit the region.Singh added that JD(U) workers were organising such events to raise awareness about govt schemes and their benefits.
