Patna, The wait is almost over for Bihar. Janata Dal (United) leader Nitish Kumar was today unanimously elected as the leader of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the state. This clears the way for him to take oath as Chief Minister for a record 10th time tomorrow, November 20.
The big ceremony will happen at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, many Union ministers and Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states are expected to come. Heavy security is already in place all around the ground.
How the Day Went Step by Step
Today morning, all newly elected JD(U) MLAs met at the Chief Minister’s house. They chose Nitish Kumar as their legislature party leader without any vote – everyone agreed happily.
Then in the afternoon, BJP MLAs held their meeting. They elected Samrat Choudhary as their legislature party leader and Vijay Kumar Sinha as deputy leader. Both will continue as Deputy Chief Ministers.
After that, all NDA MLAs from JD(U), BJP, LJP (Ram Vilas), HAM and Rashtriya Lok Morcha came together at the Vidhan Sabha. BJP leader Samrat Choudhary proposed Nitish Kumar’s name as NDA leader. Everyone clapped and accepted it.
Nitish Kumar later went to Raj Bhawan and gave his resignation from the old government to Governor Arif Mohammad Khan. He also gave letters of support from all NDA partners.
The Massive NDA Victory That Made This Possible
Just a few days back, Bihar went to polls. NDA won a huge victory – 202 seats out of 243.
- BJP: 89 seats (biggest party)
- JD(U): 85 seats
- LJP (Ram Vilas) led by Chirag Paswan: 19 seats
- HAM (Jitan Ram Manjhi): 5 seats
- Rashtriya Lok Morcha (Upendra Kushwaha): 4 seats
The opposition Mahagathbandhan got only 35 seats. RJD won 25, Congress just 6.
This is the second time NDA crossed 200 seats in Bihar – first was in 2010.
Why This 10th Term is So Special for Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar first became CM in March 2000 for just 7 days. Then from 2005 to 2014 he ruled with BJP. After that he broke and joined with RJD-Congress, came back to NDA, went again – people call him “Paltu Ram” for changing sides.
But this time, he fought the whole election with BJP and won big. No one in India has become CM 10 times like this.
Nitish is 74 years old now. He started politics as a young man with Jayaprakash Narayan’s movement. He is famous for good roads, schools for girls, law and order and banning liquor.
What Nitish Kumar Said Today
After becoming NDA leader, Nitish Kumar told reporters: “Hum sab milkar Bihar ko aur aage le jayenge. Jo vikas ka kaam shuru kiya tha, usko tez karenge. Mahilaon ke liye, yuvaon ke liye, garibon ke liye aur zyada kaam karna hai.”
(We will all together take Bihar further ahead. We will speed up the development work we started. More work for women, youth and poor people.)
What BJP Leaders Said
Samrat Choudhary (soon to be Deputy CM again): “Nitish ji ke netritva mein NDA ne itihas rach diya. Ab Bihar developed state banega. Modi ji ka sapna pura karenge.”
(Nitish ji’s leadership created history for NDA. Now Bihar will become a developed state. We will fulfil Modi ji’s dream.)
Vijay Kumar Sinha (other Deputy CM): “Janata ne jo vishwas diya hai, usko nibhayenge. Sabka saath, sabka vikas.”
(We will live up to the trust people gave. Development for all.)
Chirag Paswan and Other Allies Happy
Young leader Chirag Paswan whose party won 19 seats said: “Paswan samaj ne NDA ko poora support diya. Ab Bihar mein nayi energy aayegi.”
(Paswan community gave full support to NDA. New energy will come in Bihar.)
Jitan Ram Manjhi and Upendra Kushwaha also praised Nitish Kumar and said they are ready to work together.
Preparations at Gandhi Maidan
Nitish Kumar himself went to Gandhi Maidan yesterday with Samrat Choudhary to check arrangements. Big stage is ready. Thousands of chairs, huge LED screens, tight security – everything is set.
The oath will start around 11:30 am tomorrow. Many ministers will also take oath on the same day. Cabinet will have balance from all castes and areas.
Opposition Reaction
Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) said people will teach NDA a lesson next time. But today everyone is talking only about Nitish Kumar’s big win.
Prashant Kishor whose party won zero seats said he accepts people’s verdict but will keep working on ground.
What Bihar People Are Saying
In villages and cities, people are happy that government is stable again. One auto driver in Patna told our reporter: “Nitish babu ne sadak banwaya, bijli diya, daru band kiya – ab aur kaam karenge.”
A woman teacher said: “Ladkiyon ke liye cycle, school – sab Nitish ji ne kiya. Unko phir mauka milna chahiye.”
Nitish Kumar’s 10 Terms – Quick Look Back
- March 2000 (7 days only)
- 2005-2010
- 2010-2013 (broke with BJP)
- May 2014 (few months)
- Feb 2015 (with RJD)
- July 2017 (back with BJP)
- 2020
- 2022 (again with RJD)
- 2024 (back to NDA)
- Tomorrow – November 20, 2025
No other leader in India has turned Chief Minister so many times.
What Next After Oath?
After taking oath, Nitish Kumar will focus on:
- More jobs for youth
- Better roads and bridges
- Women empowerment schemes
- Making Bihar crime-free and developed
PM Modi has promised special help from centre.
Tomorrow will be a proud day for Bihar. Lakhs of people are expected to reach Gandhi Maidan to see their favourite leader take oath once again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When and where is the oath ceremony?
Tomorrow, November 20, 2025, at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. It will start around 11:30 am.
Q2. Who will attend the ceremony?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, many Union ministers, CMs from NDA states and lakhs of common people.
Q3. Who are the two Deputy Chief Ministers?
Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha from BJP – same as before.
Q4. How many seats did NDA win?
202 out of 243. BJP 89, JD(U) 85, others from allies.
Q5. Is this really Nitish Kumar’s 10th time?
Yes. He first became CM in 2000 for 7 days, then many times because of changing alliances.
Q6. Why do people call him Paltu Ram?
Because he changed sides many times – NDA to Mahagathbandhan and back.
Q7. What big works has Nitish Kumar done in Bihar?
Good roads everywhere, free cycles for school girls, better law and order, liquor ban, more schools and hospitals.
Q8. Will the full cabinet take oath tomorrow?
Some ministers will take oath tomorrow. Full cabinet in a few days.