The IATA code for Pune International Airport is PNQ

Atal Aahar Yojna provides subsidized meals to construction workers.

The Godavari is the second-longest river in India and originates in Maharashtra.

This station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Indian giant squirrel (Shekru) is the state animal.

The Battle of Pratapgad in 1659 was a turning point in Maratha history.

Pune is known as the 'Oxford of the East' due to its many educational institutions.

Maharashtra has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

The Great Bath was found at Mohenjo-daro, an Indus Valley site

Maharashtra covers an area of about 307,713 square kilometers.

P. K. Sawant served as CM for only nine days in 1963.

On 1 May 1960, Maharashtra was formed for Marathi-speaking people by the Bombay

Sonepur Mela, held near Hajipur, is located at the confluence of the Ganga and Gandak rivers. It’s known for cattle trading and cultural activities.

The Ganga Water Lift Project aims to lift and distribute water to south-central Bihar, where groundwater levels are low.

The Punpun River originates and flows entirely within Bihar, passing through districts like Patna and Gaya before joining the Ganges.

Rajgir Ropeway, India’s oldest ropeway, leads to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda), located on Ratnagiri Hill.

The Kesaria Stupa is one of the tallest and largest Buddhist stupas in the world. It is believed to date back to the Mauryan era.

Sher Shah Suri developed the Grand Trunk Road, one of Asia’s oldest roads, which still connects key cities across India and Pakistan.

The Patna High Court, established in 1916, is the highest judicial body in Bihar. It serves the entire state.

The Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary in Bhagalpur is India's only sanctuary for the endangered Gangetic dolphin. It was established in 1991.

The Barabar Caves, located in Jehanabad, Bihar, were built during Emperor Ashoka’s reign for Ajivika monks.

Agriculture forms the backbone of Bihar’s economy, employing a large portion of the population.

Located in Patna, Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is the busiest and largest airport in Bihar.

Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on 15 November 2000, mainly for tribal development and better administration.

The First Buddhist Council was held at Saptaparni Cave in Rajgir shortly after the death of Buddha.

The Kosi Mahasetu is a vital rail bridge that connects Bihar to West Bengal, easing travel and trade in the region.

Maner Sharif, near Patna, is a famous Sufi shrine dedicated to Sufi saints Makhdoom Yahya Maneri and Makhdoom Shah Daulat.