In a significant political event, Patna's historic Gandhi Maidan witnessed the swearing-in ceremony of the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government on Thursday. The occasion was graced by the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, numerous Union ministers, and chief ministers from BJP-ruled states, marking a strong show of unity within the ruling coalition.
Grand Arrival of National Leaders
The event drew NDA leaders from across the nation, who received an enthusiastic welcome upon their arrival at Patna airport. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP national president JP Nadda had arrived in Patna the previous evening and were seated prominently on the main dais alongside the ministers taking oath. Both leaders actively greeted the large crowds who had gathered to witness this grand political function.
Chief Ministers Hail Development Vision
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed that he had come to congratulate the new government on behalf of the people of Uttar Pradesh. He credited Nitish Kumar's extensive political experience and the effectiveness of the double-engine government in Bihar for winning voters' trust once again.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended his congratulations to Nitish Kumar and all alliance partners. He expressed confidence that Bihar would accelerate its development journey alongside good governance under Prime Minister Modi's guidance and blessings.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde described the atmosphere as exceptionally joyous. He highlighted the historical significance of Nitish Kumar taking oath as chief minister for the tenth time, calling it a record in itself. Shinde stated that the people of Bihar had clearly rejected what he termed 'jungle raj' and wholeheartedly accepted 'vikas raj' (development rule).
National Significance of Bihar's Government Formation
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu congratulated the people of Bihar and emphasized that the state would play a crucial role in the country's overall development. He appreciated Nitish Kumar's leadership and noted the recent trend of NDA sweeping polls across states, predicting this momentum would continue.
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, belonging to Jaipur's royal family, praised Nitish Kumar's sustained efforts for Bihar's development. She stated that his continuous work for the people of the state was the primary reason why the NDA was forming its government there again.
The ceremony also saw the presence of other prominent leaders including Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Tripura CM Manik Saha, and Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, along with deputy chief ministers from several states, making it a truly national political gathering that underscored the NDA's strength and unity.
