This edition of Bihar current affairs for 28 June 2026 brings BPSC aspirants the latest verified state developments. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary launched the monthly Panchayat Vikas Diwas from Munger, even as the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls advanced ahead of the 2026 assembly polls. Patna revised its property tax after decades, Sadhguru visited Patna to discuss civic crematorium infrastructure, and the state joined the International Day Against Drug Abuse. Each item carries a verified trigger and a BPSC relevance map, followed by a Fact File and five practice MCQs.
1. Panchayat Vikas Diwas Launched from Munger
Why in News: On 28 June 2026, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary launched the state-level Panchayat Vikas Diwas from a gram panchayat in Munger district, instituting a monthly review day for village-level development.
Background: Under directives of the Cabinet Secretariat department, Panchayat Vikas Diwas will be observed on the last Sunday of every month in all village panchayats to review development schemes and increase public participation. The initiative strengthens Bihar’s three-tier Panchayati Raj system, established in the spirit of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment, and comes in a year when the state heads to assembly elections. This connects to Bihar local self-government and rural transparency.
BPSC Relevance: Prelims, Panchayat Vikas Diwas, 73rd Amendment, three-tier Panchayati Raj, Munger. Mains GS2, devolution and accountability in rural governance; GS2, citizen participation in local bodies.
| Prelims Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Initiative | Panchayat Vikas Diwas |
| Frequency | Last Sunday of every month |
| Launch venue | Munger district |
| Launch date | 28 June 2026 |
| Launched by | CM Samrat Choudhary |
| Issuing department | Cabinet Secretariat (Mantrimandal Sachivalay) |
2. ECI Special Intensive Revision of Bihar Electoral Rolls
Why in News: In late June 2026, the Election Commission of India advanced a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, with the exercise progressing across districts during the 25 to 28 June window.
Background: The Special Intensive Revision is a door-to-door verification of voters to update the rolls, remove ineligible or duplicate entries and enrol new electors. The Election Commission draws its powers from Article 324 of the Constitution and the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and the Supreme Court had earlier upheld the Bihar revision exercise. With the 243-seat Bihar Assembly due for polls in 2026, an accurate roll is central to a credible election. This connects to Bihar electoral administration and constitutional bodies.
BPSC Relevance: Prelims, Special Intensive Revision, Election Commission, Article 324, Representation of the People Act 1950. Mains GS2, free and fair elections and the role of the Election Commission; GS2, electoral roll management.
| Prelims Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exercise | Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls |
| Conducting body | Election Commission of India |
| Constitutional basis | Article 324 |
| Statute | Representation of the People Act, 1950 |
| Bihar Assembly strength | 243 seats |
| Context | 2026 Bihar assembly elections |
3. Patna Revises Property Tax After Decades
Why in News: Patna Municipal Corporation’s revision of the annual rental value used for property tax, raising it by about 15 per cent, took effect from 24 June 2026 and stayed in force through the late-June window.
Background: This is the first such revision in roughly three decades and is mandated under the Bihar Municipal Act, 2007, which requires periodic upward revision of the annual rental value. The corporation offered a rebate for taxpayers who clear their full dues by 30 June 2026, balancing higher civic revenue with relief for prompt payers. The move aims to strengthen Patna’s own-source revenue for urban services. This connects to Bihar urban local-body finance.
BPSC Relevance: Prelims, Patna Municipal Corporation, Bihar Municipal Act 2007, annual rental value. Mains GS2, urban local bodies and municipal finance; GS3, own-source revenue and fiscal capacity of cities.
| Prelims Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body | Patna Municipal Corporation |
| Revision | Annual rental value up about 15 per cent |
| Effective from | 24 June 2026 |
| Statute | Bihar Municipal Act, 2007 |
| Rebate deadline | 30 June 2026 (full payment) |
| Significance | First revision in about three decades |
4. Sadhguru Visits Patna, Civic Crematorium Model in Focus
Why in News: On 26 June 2026, Sadhguru of the Isha Foundation met Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary in Patna and addressed a public programme at Bapu Sabhagar on 27 June 2026, with dignified and accessible cremation infrastructure a key theme.
Background: Under a Bihar government and Isha Outreach partnership, the foundation runs Bihar’s first modern crematorium at Baans Ghat in Patna, spread over about 4.5 acres with electric and traditional facilities, alongside sites at Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Gaya and Saharsa. The discussions reviewed expanding such public-private civic infrastructure. This connects to Bihar urban civic services and public-private partnership.
BPSC Relevance: Prelims, Baans Ghat, Isha Foundation, Bapu Sabhagar, public-private partnership. Mains GS2, PPP in public-service delivery; GS1, social reform and dignity in civic infrastructure.
| Prelims Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Visitor | Sadhguru (Isha Foundation) |
| CM meeting | 26 June 2026, Patna |
| Public event | Bapu Sabhagar, Patna, 27 June 2026 |
| Bihar’s first modern crematorium | Baans Ghat, Patna (about 4.5 acres) |
| Other sites | Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Gaya, Saharsa |
| Partner body | Isha Outreach |
5. Bihar Marks International Day Against Drug Abuse
Why in News: On 26 June 2026, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking was observed in Bihar with awareness activities, the day also marking the conclusion of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah held from 17 to 26 June 2026.
Background: The United Nations has observed 26 June as the day against drug abuse since 1987, and the 2026 theme stressed investment in prevention. In Bihar the campaign ran through the Social Justice and Empowerment machinery and educational institutions under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, with a focus on youth in districts along porous borders vulnerable to trafficking. This connects to Bihar social welfare and youth well-being.
BPSC Relevance: Prelims, International Day Against Drug Abuse (26 June), UNODC, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. Mains GS2, social-sector schemes and public health; GS4, substance abuse as a social and ethical challenge.
| Prelims Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Day | International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking |
| Date | 26 June (annually) |
| UN body | UNODC |
| India campaign | Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan |
| Drug-Free India Week | 17 to 26 June 2026 |
| Nodal ministry | Social Justice and Empowerment |
BPSC Practice MCQs
Q1. Panchayat Vikas Diwas, launched by CM Samrat Choudhary in June 2026, is to be observed:
- (a) Every day
- (b) On the last Sunday of every month
- (c) Once a year
- (d) On every Republic Day Answer: (b) , Panchayat Vikas Diwas will be observed on the last Sunday of every month in all village panchayats, launched from Munger on 28 June 2026.
Q2. The Special Intensive Revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls is conducted by the Election Commission under which constitutional provision?
- (a) Article 280
- (b) Article 324
- (c) Article 356
- (d) Article 370 Answer: (b) , The Election Commission derives its powers of superintendence and control over elections from Article 324, with the Representation of the People Act, 1950 governing electoral rolls.
Q3. The Patna property tax revision that took effect in June 2026 is mandated under which law?
- (a) Bihar Panchayati Raj Act 2006
- (b) Bihar Municipal Act 2007
- (c) Bihar Land Reforms Act
- (d) Bihar Town Planning Act Answer: (b) , The Bihar Municipal Act, 2007 requires periodic upward revision of the annual rental value used for property tax.
Q4. Bihar’s first modern crematorium, run with the Isha Foundation, is located at:
- (a) Gandhi Ghat
- (b) Baans Ghat, Patna
- (c) Simaria, Begusarai
- (d) Sonepur Answer: (b) , Baans Ghat in Patna, about 4.5 acres, is Bihar’s first modern crematorium under the Bihar government and Isha Outreach partnership.
Q5. The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed every year on:
- (a) 12 June
- (b) 21 June
- (c) 26 June
- (d) 1 July Answer: (c) , The UN-designated day is observed on 26 June, closing the Nasha Mukt Bharat Saptah in 2026.
