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Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Bihar’s key role in preserving India’s heritage, emphasizing the NDA government's focus on "development with heritage." He noted the revival of Nalanda University, the elevation of the Pali language to classical status, and the inclusion of Maithili in the Eighth Schedule. Modi underscored the rich cultural heritage of the Mithilanchal region, and announced plans to connect cities like Darbhanga to the Ramayana Circuit to boost tourism and honour the region's historic legacy.