Patliputra University (PPU) has appointed principal-in-charges for 16 newly established Rajkiya degree colleges across Patna and Nalanda districts in Bihar, India. This initiative, directed by the state higher education department, aims to enhance access to higher education in rural and semi-urban areas. The appointed principals are tasked with preparing for the commencement of academic activities in the 2026-27 session, with the admission process expected to be completed soon. The colleges are strategically located in blocks such as Sampatchak, Daniyawan, Khusrupur, and others in Patna district, as well as Rahui, Noorsarai, and several others in Nalanda district. PPU vice-chancellor Upendra Prasad Singh emphasized the importance of operationalizing these colleges promptly to facilitate student enrollment and reduce the need for long-distance travel for undergraduate studies.