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Country	India
State	Bihar
Division	Patna
District	Patna
Established	490 BCE
Founded by	Udayin
Government
• Type	Municipal corporation
• Body	Patna Municipal Corporation Nagar Parishad Danapur Nizamat
Area
• City	250 km2 (100 sq mi)
• Metro	600 km2 (200 sq mi)
Area rank	18
Elevation	53 m (174 ft)
Population  (2011)
• City	1,684,222 (IN: 19th)
• Density	6,800/km2 (18,000/sq mi)
• Urban	2,046,652 (IN: 18th)
• Metro	3,874,000 (IN: 12th)
Demonym(s)	Pataniya (local), Patnawasi (Hindi), Patnaite
Language
• Official	Hindi
• Additional official	Urdu
• Regional	Magahi Bhojpuri Maithili
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
Pincode(s)	8000xx (Patna)
Area Code(s)	+91-(0)612
ISO 3166 code	IN-BR-PA IN PAT
Vehicle registration	BR-01
Literacy (2011)	82.73%
Sex ratio (2011)	897 ♀/1000 ♂
Airport	Jay Prakash Narayan Airport
Rapid Transit	Patna Metro
GDP Nominal (Patna District)	USD $30 billion (2022)

Patna (/ˈpʌtnə, ˈpæt-/; Hindi: [ˈpəʈnaː], ISO: Paṭanā), also known as Pāṭaliputra in the past, is the capital and largest city of the state of Bihar in India. As of 2018, Patna had about 2.35 million people, making it the 19th largest city in India. Its urban area covers 250 square kilometres (97 sq mi) and has over 2.5 million people, making it the 15th largest in India. Patna is also home to the Patna High Court.

Many important religious sites for Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain faiths are nearby. These include Vaishali, Rajgir, Nalanda, Bodh Gaya, and Pawapuri. Patna City is also a holy place for Sikhs because the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, was born here. Modern Patna is mostly located on the southern bank of the Ganges River. The city also sits near the Son, Gandak, and Punpun rivers. It is about 35 kilometres (22 mi) long and 16 to 18 kilometres (9.9 to 11.2 mi) wide.

Patna is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. It was founded in 490 BCE by the king of Magadha. Ancient Patna, known as Pataliputra, was the capital of the Magadha Empire for many dynasties, including the Mauryan and Gupta empires. Pataliputra was a famous center for learning and arts. Many astronomers and scholars like Aryabhata and Chanakya lived here. Around 300 BCE, during the Maurya period, its population was about 400,000. Patna was a powerful political and cultural center in the Indian subcontinent. After the Gupta Empire fell, Patna lost its importance. The British helped it become a center for international trade again in the 17th century. When the Bengal presidency was divided in 1912, Patna became the capital of the Bihar and Orissa Province.

Until the 19th century, Patna was a major trading city in India. After India became independent, its economy was stable. However, after Jharkhand separated from Bihar, Patna faced some challenges. In 2011-12, the Patna District's economy was estimated at about INR 63,176.55 crores. Patna was ranked the 21st fastest-growing city in the world and 5th fastest in India by the City Mayors Foundation. In June 2009, the World Bank ranked Patna second in India for how easy it was to start a business.

Understanding Patna's Name

The name of this city has changed over time. There are several ideas about where the modern name Patna comes from. Many believe it comes from Patan, the name of the Hindu goddess, Patan Devi. The Patan Devi Mandir is still in old Patna. Some think Patna got its name from "Patli," a type of tree that was common in the old city. This tree is even seen on the state tourism's logo.

The city has been known by different names over its more than 2,000 years of existence. These include Pataligrama, Pataliputra, Kusumapura, and Azimabad. Legend says that King Putraka created Patna by magic for his queen Patali, which means "trumpet flower." In honor of the queen's first child, the city was named Pataliputra. Gram means village and Putra means son in Sanskrit.

Patna's Rich History

Ancient Times

Stories from Buddhist texts say that Patna was founded in 490 BCE. Ajatashatru, the king of Magadha, wanted to move his capital from hilly Rajagrha (now Rajgir) to a better place to fight the Licchavis of Vaishali. He chose a spot by the Ganges River and built defenses there. Gautama Buddha visited this place in his last year. He predicted a great future for it, but also warned of its ruin from floods, fire, and fights.

The Mauryan Empire

Statue of Matrikas found near Agam Kuan, built by Ashoka.

Megasthenes, a Greek historian and ambassador to the court of Chandragupta Maurya, wrote one of the first descriptions of the city. He said the city was at the meeting point of the Ganga and Arennovoas rivers. He described it as 14 kilometres (9 mi) long and 2.82 kilometres (1.75 mi) wide. Megasthenes called it the greatest city on Earth during its best times.

The Shungas later took control of Pataliputra and ruled for about 100 years. After them came the Kanvas and then the Guptas. Chinese travelers, like Faxian, visited India to learn and wrote about Pataliputra. Faxian visited between 399 and 414 CE and stayed for many months. He found the people to be wealthy and fair. Nobles and householders had built hospitals where the poor, sick, and disabled could get free treatment. Doctors would check diseases and provide food, drink, and medicines.

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  Pataliputra as a capital of the Magadha Empire.

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  Pataliputra as a capital of Maurya Empire.
  The Maurya Empire at its largest extent under Ashoka the Great.

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  Pataliputra as a capital of Shunga Empire.
  Approximate greatest extent of the Shunga Empire (c. 185 BCE).

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  Pataliputra as a capital of Gupta Empire.
  Approximate greatest extent of the Gupta Empire.

Gupta and Pala Empires

Main street of Patna, showing one side of the Chowk, 1814–15.

City of Patna, on the River Ganges, 19th-century painting.

Over the years, many dynasties ruled from Patna, including the Gupta dynasty and the Pala kings. When the Gupta empire broke apart, Patna faced tough times. Bakhtiar Khilji took over Bihar in the 12th century and caused much destruction. Patna lost its importance as a political and cultural center.

Mughal Empire Era

Guru Tegh Bahadur (in Dhaka) being told about the birth of Gobind Rai (in Patna), 19th century painting

During the Mughal Empire, Patna was a regular provincial city. Its most notable period in the Middle Ages was under the Afghan emperor Sher Shah Suri. He rebuilt Patna in the mid-16th century, building a fort and a town by the Ganges. Sher Shah's fort is gone, but the Sher Shah Suri mosque, built in Afghan style, still stands.

Mughal emperor Akbar came to Patna in 1574. His historian, Abul Fazl, wrote that Patna was a busy center for paper, stone, and glass industries. He also mentioned the high quality of rice grown in Patna, known as Patna rice in Europe. By 1620, Patna was called the "chiefest mart towne of all Bengala" (largest town in Bengal) in northern India. This was before the city of Calcutta was founded.

Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb allowed his grandson, Prince Muhammad Azim, to rename Patna as Azimabad in 1704. Little else changed during this time. As the Mughal empire weakened, Patna came under the control of the Nawabs of Bengal. They taxed the people heavily but allowed the city to thrive as a business center. Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs, was born in Patna in 1666. His birthplace, Patna Sahib, is a very holy place for Sikhs.

Portuguese Influence

As trade grew, the Portuguese Empire expanded to the Bengal Gulf. By 1515, the Portuguese were trading in Bengal. In 1580, they set up a trading post in Patna. Products from Patna were sent down the river to other Portuguese ports and then to the rest of their empire.

British Empire Era

During the 17th century, Patna became a hub for international trade. In 1620, the English East India Company opened a factory in Patna to trade in calico and silk. Soon, it became a major center for saltpetre trade. This trade attracted other Europeans like the French, Danes, Dutch, and Portuguese. Peter Mundy, writing in 1632, called Patna "the greatest mart of the eastern region."

After the Battle of Buxar in 1764, the East India Company gained the right to collect taxes in this former Mughal province. Patna was taken over by the company in 1793. In 1912, when the Bengal Presidency was divided, Patna became the capital of the British province of Bihar and Orissa. Later, in 1936, Orissa became a separate state.

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  Street in Patna, 1825 (British, active in India)

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  Golghar at Bankipore, near Patna, 1814–15

Indian Independence Movement

People from Patna played a big role in the Indian independence movement. Important movements included the Champaran movement against Indigo farming and the 1942 Quit India Movement. National leaders from Patna include Swami Sahajanand Saraswati and Dr. Rajendra Prasad, who was the first President of the Constituent Assembly of India.

Patna After Independence

Patna remained the capital of Bihar after India became independent in 1947. Bihar was divided again in 2000 when Jharkhand became a separate state. On October 27, 2013, there were a series of events at an election rally. On October 3, 2014, a crowd incident happened at Gandhi Maidan during celebrations.

Patna's Geography and Climate

Patna's Landscape

Map of Patna district

Patna is located on the southern bank of the Ganges River. The city covers 250 km² (97 sq mi). Its average height above sea level is 53 m (174 ft). A special feature of Patna's geography is that several major rivers meet nearby.

Patna is an flat area with very fertile land. The land is almost entirely farmed, with no forests. This rich soil is great for growing rice, sugarcane, and other foods. The fields along the Ganges River have various weeds, but palm trees, date palms, and mango orchards are found near homes. Patna is unique because it has four large rivers close by. It is the largest city in the world located by rivers. The city's shape is like a saucer, according to the Patna City Development Plan from 2006. The Mahatma Gandhi Setu bridge over the Ganges is 5,575 metres (18,291 ft) long. It is the longest river bridge in India.

Patna is in India's seismic zone-IV, meaning it could have major earthquakes. However, big earthquakes have not been common recently. Patna is also at risk for floods and cyclones.

Patna's Weather

Monsoon clouds over Priyadarshi Nagar, a part of Kankarbagh- residential area in Eastern Patna.

Patna has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has very hot summers from late March to June. The monsoon season brings rain from late June to late September. Winters are chilly with foggy or sunny days from November to February. The highest temperature ever recorded was 46.6 °C (115.9 °F) in 1966. The lowest was 1.1 °C (34 °F) on January 9, 2013. The most rain in one day was 204.5 mm (8.05 in) in 1997.

Air Quality in Patna

Air pollution is a big concern in Patna. In April 2015, a report showed that the level of tiny dust particles (PM-10) in Patna was 355. This is more than three times the safe limit of 100. This pollution comes mainly from vehicles, industries, and construction. In May 2014, a World Health Organization survey said Patna was the second most air-polluted city in India, after Delhi. The amount of very fine particles (PM-2.5) was 149, which is six times higher than the safe limit of 25.

This high pollution has led to more breathing problems like lung cancer and asthma. The thick fog in Patna during winter often causes delays for air and train travel. However, in 2024, Patna was ranked the 10th best "National Clean Air City" in India for cities with over 10 lakh people.

Patna's Economy and Trade

Maurya Lok is a major shopping area of the city, and one of the oldest

Since the 17th century, Patna has been a center for international trade. It was also a hub for farming and textiles, including a big market for silk and calico cloth. After India became independent in 1947, Patna's economy stayed quite stable. It saw growth in farm products and vegetable oil making. However, from the 1980s, the economy had ups and downs. When India opened up its economy in the 1990s, Patna did not get much global or foreign investment. This was a challenge for its economy. Many factories, like fertilizer plants and sugar mills, closed down.

Since 2005, Patna's economy has grown steadily. This growth comes from the fast-moving consumer goods industry, the service sector, and businesses related to the Green Revolution. In 2009, the World Bank ranked Patna as the second best city in India to start a business. In 2010, Patna was the 21st fastest-growing city in the world and fifth fastest in India. It was expected to grow by 3.72% each year until 2020.

Patna's main exports are grain, sugarcane, sesame, and Patna rice, a local type of rice. There are several sugar mills in and around Patna. The city is also becoming an important business and luxury brand center in eastern India.

The main business areas in the city are Bander Bagicha, Exhibition Road, Gandhi Maidan Marg, Frazer Road, Indrapuri, and Maurya Lok. Many manufacturing companies, like Hero Cycles and PepsiCo, have factories in the Patna area. One of the world's largest leather clusters is in Fatuha, near Patna. Patna is also growing as an information technology hub. Companies like Tata Consultancy Services have started operations here. There are also local IT companies offering software and AI solutions.

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  State Bank of India- Patna Regional office at East Gandhi Maidan Marg

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  Software Technology Park of India, Patna

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  Reserve Bank of India's regional office at South Gandhi Maidan Marg, Patna

Patna's Population and People

With about 1.68 million people in 2011, Patna is the 19th most populated city in India. Its urban area, with over 2 million people, is the 18th largest in India. People from Patna are called Patnaites.

In 2011, Patna city had a population of 1,684,222 within the city limits. This included 893,399 men and 790,823 women. This was a 22.3% increase from 2001. About 11.32% of the population was under six years old. The overall literacy rate is 83.37%. This means 87.35% of men and 79.89% of women can read and write. For every 1,000 men, there are 885 women. Patna is the second largest city in eastern India by population.

Only about 0.25% of Patna's population lives in slums. This makes Patna the city with the lowest percentage of people living in slums in India. Like other growing cities, Patna faces challenges such as unemployment and public health issues for many people. In 2015, a survey showed that Patna had a high unemployment rate for women (34.6%) and the second highest for men (8%) in 2011–12.

Religion and Languages Spoken in Patna

According to the 2011 census, Hinduism is the main religion in Patna, followed by 86.39% of people. Islam is the second most popular religion, followed by about 12.27%. Christianity, Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism are also practiced by smaller groups in Patna.

Hindi is the official language of Bihar, and Urdu is an additional official language. However, many other languages are spoken. The local language is Magadhi or Magahi, named after Magadha, an ancient kingdom. It is believed to be the language Gautama Buddha spoke. Magahi was also the official language of the Mauryan court. Hindi is spoken by 65.94% of the people, Magahi by 18.04%, Urdu by 9.67%, Bhojpuri by 3.19%, and Maithili by 1.79% as their first language.

City Administration

The Patna sub-division is one of the 6 areas of the Patna district. It is managed by an officer called the Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM). The SDM reports to the District Magistrate (DM) of Patna District.

City Blocks

The Patna area is divided into 3 Blocks. Each block is led by a Block Development Officer (BDO). These blocks are:

• Patna
• Sampatchak
• Phulwari Sharif

Essential Services in Patna

Bhootnath Road TV Tower broadcasts programming to Patna

Groundwater provides water for the people, managed by Patna Jal Parishad under the Patna Municipal Corporation. The public water system uses 98 tube wells to pump water. There are 23 overhead water tanks, but only a few serve the city. Patna's sewer system was built in 1936. Today, there are four sewage treatment plants. In 2019, the government started a project to build new sewer systems to stop 67 million liters of sewage from flowing into the Ganga river.

As of 2011, the city uses about 601 kWh of electricity per person, though more is needed. Electricity is managed by the South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited. Patna also has DTH (Direct-to-Home) television services and cable companies.

Patna is part of the Patna Telecom District, managed by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). Both GSM and CDMA mobile services are available. BSNL also provides broadband internet. Other major phone and cell phone companies include Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone.

In February 2014, Patna became the second Indian city, after Bangalore, to offer free WiFi. Patna's WiFi zone is the world's longest free WiFi zone, covering a 20 kilometres (12 mi) stretch from NIT Patna to Danapur.

Getting Around Patna

Roads and Highways

Bihar's longest flyover from Jagdeo Path Mor to Sheikhpura Mor in Bailey Road, Patna

Chiriyatand Flyover at Patna, one of the many new ones that have come up in the city recently.

Radio Taxis

Digha–Sonpur Bridge connecting Patna with North Bihar.

Patna is about 100 kilometres (62 mi) south of the national East – West Highway. NH 30, NH 31, and NH 2 pass through the city. Major roads include Ashok Rajpath, Patna-Danapur Road, Bailey Road, and Kankarbagh old bypass Road. Patna was one of the first places in India to use horse-drawn trams for public transport.

Today, public transport includes buses, auto rickshaws, and local trains. Auto rickshaws are very important for getting around the city. BSRTC has started city bus services on all main routes. App-based cab services are also available.

Air Travel

Jay Prakash Narayan Airport, Patna

Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport in Patna is a restricted international airport. More low-cost airlines and new destinations have led to a rise in air travel. The Airport Authority of India (AAI) plans to build a new airport for Patna at Bihta Air Force Station, which is 40 kilometres (25 mi) southwest of Patna.

Train Connections

Patna Junction Railway Station, Patna

Patna has several railway stations. The Patna Junction railway station is the main one and is very busy. Patna is located on the main rail line between New Delhi and Kolkata. Patna Junction connects directly to most major cities in India. The city has four other main railway stations: Rajendra Nagar Terminal, Patliputra Junction, Danapur, and Patna Sahib.

India's longest road-cum-rail bridge, Digha–Sonpur bridge, crosses the Ganges River. It connects Digha, Patna to Pahleja Ghat in Sonpur. The bridge was finished in 2015 and is 4.55 kilometres (2.83 mi) long. It is the second longest rail-cum-road bridge in India.

Patna is well connected by roads to other major cities in Bihar like Hajipur and Gaya. The Mahatma Gandhi Setu bridge (built 1982) connects Patna to Hajipur across the Ganga. A new six-lane road bridge is planned across the Ganges, which will be the longest bridge in India when completed.

Metro System

Patna Metro is a new rapid transit system being built for the city. It will be owned and run by the state-owned Patna Metro Rail Corporation. The project is expected to cost about INR 140 billion. It will have 5 lines with a total length of 60 kilometres (37 mi) and will be built in 3 phases. The central government approved the Patna metro rail project in 2025.

River Port on National Waterway 1 at Gai Ghat, Patna

The Ganges River is navigable all year round and was a main river highway across the Indo-Gangetic Plain. In ancient times, large boats carried goods from Pataliputra to the Bay of Bengal and beyond. The Inland Waterways Authority of India has made the Ganges between Allahabad and Haldia a National Inland Waterway. The National Waterway-1, the longest waterway in India, passes through Patna.

Patna's Culture and Traditions

Magahi folk singers

Gandhi Maidan (shown above) lies in the heart of Patna and is the site for most political and social functions in the city.

The Mahavir Mandir is a famous temple in Patna.

Patna's local language is Magahi or Magadhi. This language comes from the ancient Magadhi Prakrit, which was spoken in the old kingdom of Magadha. It is believed to be the language spoken by Gautama Buddha. Patna also has a lively Bengali culture.

Patna has many buildings with Indo-Islamic and Indo-Saracenic designs. Several old buildings from the colonial period are now considered "heritage structures." The Patna Museum, started in 1917, has large collections of Indian natural history and art. The Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library and Sinha Library are historic public libraries.

There are several theaters in the city, including the Bhartiya Nritya Kala Mandir and the Kalidas Rangalaya. The Kalidas Rangalaya hosts the Patliputra Natya Mahotsav, a dance festival. However, in the last twenty years, the popularity of commercial theaters has decreased.

The Patna School of Painting or Patna Qalaam is a style of painting that grew in Bihar from the early 18th to mid-20th centuries. These painters were descendants of Mughal painters who came to Patna. Unlike Mughal painters who focused on royalty, Patna painters showed everyday life, markets, local people, festivals, and nature. The paintings were done with watercolors on paper and mica. The Bihar government promotes its art and culture through Madhubani art to teach people about Bihar's rich cultural diversity.

Some well-known dishes of Bihari food include sattu paratha (flatbreads filled with roasted gram flour) and sattu ka sharbat (a spiced drink). Other popular dishes are chokha (spicy mashed potatoes), fish curry, Bihari kebab, and sweets like malpua and kheer makhana. Street foods like samosa, chaat, jalebi, and litti chokha are favorites among Patnaites.

Bihari women traditionally wear cotton saris, but shalwar kameez and Western clothes are becoming popular among younger women. Western clothes are widely accepted among men, though traditional dhoti and kurta are still seen during festivals. Chhath, also called Dala Chhath, is a major ancient festival in Bihar. It is celebrated twice a year. Durga Puja, held in September–October, is another important festival in Patna, known for its grand celebrations. Other festivals include Saraswati Puja, Eid, Holi, and Christmas. Cultural events include the Patna Book Fair and Bihar Diwas.

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  A murti, or representation, of the goddess Durga shown during the Durga Puja festival

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  People Celebrating Chhath Festival the 2nd Day at Morning a tribute to the rising holy God Sun

Exploring Patna: Tourist Attractions

Golghar was originally built to serve as a granary for the British East India Company army during the famine of 1786. It now features an observation deck overlooking the Ganges and the city.

Sabhyata Dwar in Patna

Patna has many tourist attractions. In 2005, about 2.4 million tourists visited the city. Patna's cultural heritage is seen in its many old monuments. Kumhrar and Agam Kuan are sites with ruins from the Ashokan Pataliputra. The Didarganj Yakshi is an example of Mauryan art.

Takht Sri Patna Sahib is one of the Five Takhts of Sikhism. It marks the birthplace of the tenth Sikh Guru, Gobind Singh. There are five other Gurdwaras in Patna connected to different Sikh Gurus. Padri Ki Haveli, High Court, Golghar, and Secretariat Building are examples of British architecture. Gandhi Maidan is a historic ground where many freedom movement rallies took place. The new Buddha Smriti Park is also a major attraction.

The Patna Planetarium (Indira Gandhi Planetarium) is said to be one of the largest planetariums in Asia. The Sanjay Gandhi Jaivik Udyan (Patna Zoo) has over 300 mammals, 300 birds, and 450 types of reptiles.

In 2015, the Bihar government built a modern art landmark museum in Patna. It cost about INR 530 crores. The Sabhyata Dwar, built in Mauryan-style architecture, was completed in May 2018. It opened to the public in December 2018. Construction of Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Science City began in February 2019. The Eco Park has over 3,000 types of plants, theme parks, a restaurant, and a boat trip zone.

Learning in Patna: Education

Indian Institute of Technology Patna at Bihta, one of the premier institutes of engineering and research in India.

Patna College, established 1863, is considered to be the oldest institution of higher education in Bihar.

Schools in Patna are either government-run or private. They are connected to various education boards like Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) or Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Hindi and English are the main languages used for teaching. A 2012 survey found 1,574 schools, with most being private.

After ten years of schooling, students can join higher secondary schools. Here, they choose from arts, commerce, or science. After this, they can pursue a general degree or a professional degree in fields like law, engineering, or medicine.

Patna has important government educational institutions. These include Patna University, Indian Institute of Technology Patna, National Institute of Technology, Patna, and Patna Medical College Hospital. Patna University was founded in 1917 and is the seventh oldest modern university in India.

Nalanda University is a new university in Rajgir, about 100 kilometres (62 mi) from Patna. It started its first classes on September 1, 2014, as a revival of an ancient learning center. It aims to attract students from all over the world.

Sports and Recreation

Moin-Ul-Haque Stadium near Rajendra Nagar, used for cricket and association football.

Like in the rest of India, cricket is very popular in Patna. It is played on grounds and in streets throughout the city. There are several sports grounds. The Bihar Cricket Association, which manages cricket in Bihar, is based in Patna. Tournaments for cricket, basketball, football, badminton, and table tennis are held regularly.

Moin-ul-Haq Stadium can hold 25,000 people. It has hosted two international cricket matches and many national sports events. However, due to lack of care, the stadium is in poor condition. No international matches have been played there since 1996. In 2013, the Chief Minister of Bihar announced that an international cricket stadium would be built in Rajgir.

The Patna Golf Club was started on March 21, 1916. It is one of the oldest golf courses in India. It has 18 holes on a 165-acre (67 ha) course.

Patna hosted the first ever women's Kabaddi world cup. It took place at the Patliputra Sports Complex from March 1 to 4, 2012. Host team India won the World Cup. Patna also hosts matches for the Pro Kabaddi League, with its home team being Patna Pirates.

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  A game of cricket in progress

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  Kankarbagh Indoor Stadium at Patliputra Sports Complex during Pro Kabaddi League match

Media and Communication

The early 20th century saw many new publications in Patna. A monthly magazine called Bharat Ratna started in 1901. Others followed, like Ksahtriya Hitaishi and Chaitanya Chandrika. Magahi Parishad, founded in Patna in 1952, started the monthly journal Magadhi.

Many national media agencies have offices in Patna, including the Press Trust of India. Major English daily newspapers with Patna editions include The Hindu, The Times of India, and Hindustan Times. Hindi newspapers like Hindustan Dainik and Dainik Jagran also have Patna editions. There are also Urdu daily newspapers.

Patna has several AM and FM radio stations. These include state-owned channels like All India Radio's Vividh Bharati and FM 105. All India Radio, Patna (Akashvani Patna Kendra) was set up in 1948.

Private FM Radio Stations

Notable People from Patna

See also

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