Patna is gearing up for yet another landmark moment as Bihar prepares to witness a powerful display of political unity and renewed leadership. On Thursday, the state’s capital will host an oath-taking ceremony that marks Nitish Kumar’s record-breaking 10th swearing-in as Chief Minister, reinforcing his long-standing influence in the state’s dynamic political arena.
The historic venue, Gandhi Maidan, is already buzzing with anticipation as top leaders, party workers, and alliance partners converge to usher in the next phase of the NDA government.
The momentum began building on Wednesday when Nitish Kumar officially stepped down from his role as the head of the outgoing administration. Shortly after submitting his resignation, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan accepted it and requested him to continue as caretaker CM until the formation of the new government.
Earlier in the day, the NDA legislature party unanimously elected Kumar as its leader. The proposal, put forward by senior JD(U) leader Vijay Choudhary, received immediate backing from BJP stalwarts Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha. Leaders from LJP (RV), HAM, and RLM also extended their support, signalling a strong internal consensus.
Following his election as leader, Kumar visited Raj Bhavan with key alliance figures, including Union Minister Chirag Paswan, RLM chief Upendra Kushwaha, and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, to stake a claim to form the new government. The NDA is expected to submit a consolidated letter of support from all constituents ahead of the ceremony.
Top NDA Leaders Set to Attend the Grand Ceremony
The swearing-in is expected to be a major national political event with an impressive lineup of dignitaries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and Chief Ministers from several states, are likely to be present at Gandhi Maidan.
Their participation signals the importance of Bihar’s evolving political framework within the larger national landscape.
Intense discussions over ministerial allocations have already taken place among NDA partners. A broad agreement appears to have been reached:
- BJP’s Prem Kumar is likely to assume the role of Speaker of the Assembly.
- The Deputy Speaker position is expected to go to the JD(U).
Sources indicate that the new Cabinet will introduce five to six fresh faces from the BJP and JD(U), along with adequate representation for smaller allies. The likely distribution includes:
- 16 ministers from the BJP
- 14 from the JD(U), including the Chief Minister
- 3 berths for LJP (RV)
- 1 each for HAM and RLM
This balanced structure aims to maintain alliance harmony while accommodating shifting political expectations after the recent electoral outcomes.
JD(U) is expected to field several experienced leaders in the new Cabinet, with names like Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Shrawon Kumar, Sunil Kumar, Lesi Singh, Sheila Mandal, Madan Sahni, Ratnesh Sada, Mohammad Zama Khan, Jayant Raj, Umesh Singh Kushwaha, and Ashok Chowdhary emerging as frontrunners. Others under consideration include Rahul Kumar Singh, Sudhanshu Shekhar, Kaladhar Prasad Mandal, and Panna Lal Singh Patel.
The BJP, meanwhile, is likely to retain most ministers from the outgoing Cabinet. Key figures such as Samrat Choudhary, Prem Kumar, Mangal Pandey, Vijay Kumar Sinha, Renu Devi, Hari Sahni, Kedar Prasad Gupta, Surendra Mehta, Jibesh Kumar, and Sunil Kumar are expected to continue. The party also appears ready to introduce new faces, including former IPS officer Anand Mishra, Rana Randhir, Gayatri Devi, and Vijay Kumar Khemka.
Nitish Kumar’s 10th swearing-in is not just a ceremonial event; it marks a critical juncture in Bihar’s political journey. With a renewed NDA coalition, a blend of experienced hands and younger faces, and a recalibrated partnership equation, the state is poised to embark on a new chapter of governance, leadership, and policy direction.
All eyes now remain on Gandhi Maidan as Bihar witnesses yet another significant shift in its political narrative, one that could shape its future for years to come.
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