Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurated the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS) in Patna, marking it as the largest eye hospital in Eastern India. The institute, constructed at a cost of Rs 188 crore, is part of Nadda's broader visit, which includes laying the foundation for multiple health projects worth Rs 850 crore. During his address, Nadda highlighted the Modi government's achievements in the health sector, including the expansion of AIIMS institutions and the success of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed gratitude for the new facilities and discussed plans to significantly increase IGIMS's capacity. Nadda's visit also involved inaugurating super-speciality blocks at other medical colleges in Bihar, signaling a commitment to improving healthcare in the state. Additionally, this visit coincides with a BJP membership drive aimed at boosting party outreach.