Patna. Aug 4: Shakeel Saifi, Chairman of World Peace Harmony, met Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and presented him with an idol of *Ram Darbar* as a token of respect. The gesture, made on the sacred land of Mithila, the birthplace of Mata Sita, is being seen as a symbol of India's cultural heritage, social harmony, and shared civilizational values.

On the occasion, Shakeel Saifi said that *Lord Shri Ram is not merely a deity of one religion but a symbol of Indian culture, righteousness, justice, and brotherhood*. He noted that Bihar's sacred land is deeply connected with the ideals of Lord Ram and Mata Sita, and therefore presenting the Ram Darbar idol here reflects respect for India's cultural heritage while conveying a message of communal harmony and social unity.
Saifi also appreciated the development initiatives undertaken in Bihar under the leadership of Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. He said that within the *first 150 days* of the NDA government's tenure, several significant decisions have been taken to accelerate employment generation, economic prosperity, infrastructure development, agriculture, education, and industrial growth. He highlighted that construction of roads, bridges, and state highways has gathered pace, creating a stronger foundation for investment and industrial activity across the state.
He further stated that the government has been consistently taking initiatives at multiple levels to attract industries and investments. Improved infrastructure, an investment-friendly environment, and pro-industry policies have strengthened Bihar's prospects for new investments. As a result, employment opportunities are expected to increase while providing fresh momentum to the state's economy.
Shakeel Saifi emphasized that *development and cultural heritage complement each other*. He said Bihar is moving steadily toward modern development while preserving its rich historical identity. He added that the Opposition should acknowledge these positive changes, but unfortunately, instead of recognizing developmental work, it remains preoccupied with political allegations and counter-allegations.
Expressing confidence in Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary's leadership, Saifi said that Bihar will continue to set new benchmarks in development, investment, industrial progress, and social harmony, while also playing a leading role in preserving the state's rich cultural heritage and shared traditions.