Bihar, in recent years, has witnessed good governance on all fronts and registered modest economic growth. The changes have persuaded many NRBs that perhaps the time has come to mull some sort of return or contribute in a more structured and meaningful way to the state’s reconstruction and development efforts. Here, we are listing some of these praiseworthy initiative.
APARNA : An initiative of Mumbai Chapter
People who had earlier migrated from Bihar and have carved out a place for themselves in the leather industry of Mumbai, are now returning back to contribute in the development of their motherland. APARNA is a proposed leather hub at Fatuha, Patna with an investment of Rs. 43.6 crore and direct employment to 2000 workers. More than 600 micro, small and medium sized entrepreneurs are expected to invest in the hub. The proposed leather hub is being developed by Aparna Industrial Promotion Council, an organisation established by the members of the Bihar Foundation Mumbai Chapter. It is expected to be the largest organized soft luggage cluster in India. It is also expected to pave ways for reverse migration and be a model for future industrial complexes of Bihar
Diamond cutting and Polishing Centre:
An initiative of Mumbai Chapter Srenuj and Company limited, a prominent diamond company was pursuaded to setup a diamond cutting an dpolishing unit in Patna, Bihar. The company started it's operation in may 2014. As per DPR it's investment are Rs. 44 crore and direct employment to 1395 persons.
A Building for Cancer Patient, Nerul (Navi Mumbai)
Bihar Mitra Mandal (BMM) is an organisation formed in the year 1996 at Nerul, Navi Mumbai for integration of Non Resident Biharis (NRB) in Mumbai Maharashtra. After inauguration of the Mumbai Chapter of the foundation,BMM decided to be a partner/affiliate of the chapter. It is a 10000 sq. feet, 3 storey building which has dormitory accomodation for 40 patient, common facility area, multipurpose hall and a common kitchen.
Free cataract operation: An initiative of USA chapter
Bihar Foundation USA have raised USD 15,000 for a health project aimed at providing needy people in their home state free eye care treatments, including operations in Sri Sai Lions Netralaya in 2018
Amit Kumar Das – Moti Babu Institute of Technology, Forbesganj
Amit Kumar Das, based in Sydney (Australia), is setting up an engineering college, two schools, and a hospital in Mirdaul, Forbesganj. His Rs 110-crore Moti Babu Institute of Technology was initiated in 2010 on 14 acres of land acquired from the government. Through partnerships with TAFE (South Australia) and Outreach Consultancy (Australia), the institution includes exchange programs and an R&D Centre. Two schools will support the college — one nearby for teachers’ children and another 25-acre residential school for villagers' children.
Omer Hejazeen – Haji Omer Yasin Asim Memorial Institute of Technology, Darbhanga
Omer Hejazeen, a UAE-based entrepreneur, is developing the Haji Omer Yasir Asim Memorial Institute of Technology on a 49-acre campus in Darbhanga. It features modern amenities like smart classrooms, Wi-Fi-enabled infrastructure, solar panels, and wastewater treatment systems. The project is backed by MEW Trust with advisory input from global scholars. A partnership with Heriot-Watt University, Scotland, will shape curriculum and student exchange. Admissions are merit-based and expected to begin in 2023.
Shakil Ahmed Kakvi – Kainat International School, Jehanabad
In 2009, Shakil Ahmed Kakvi established the Kainat International School in his native village, Kainat Nagar, Kako (Jehanabad District), Bihar. Affiliated with CBSE, the school was founded to provide quality education to rural children in the region.
Obaidur Rahman – Evacuation of Biharis
In August 2016, Shri Obaidur Rahman, Chairman of the Saudi Arabia Chapter, assisted nearly 500 stranded Biharis in returning home after the collapse of Saudi Oger, one of the largest companies in the region. His efforts provided crucial support during a time of crisis.