Muzaffarpur, July 12 -- Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday said the state government has decided to develop new townships at about 12 locations across the state, including Muzaffarpur.

CM Choudhary inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 982 development projects costing Rs 1,047.09 crore in Muzaffarpur.

The new township in Muzaffarpur will be named 'Tirhut', the Chief Minister announced.

He said the government is working on revamping old cities by improving basic infrastructure such as drains, roads, water supply, parks, community centres and permanent housing for the poor, while also focusing on developing new cities with essential amenities.

Addressing the gathering in Muzaffarpur, Bihar Chief Minister said, "Reva...