Bihar is preparing for a landmark political moment as Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Chief Minister for a record 10th time on November 20, marking one of the longest and most consistent leadership tenures in the state’s history. The swearing-in ceremony will be held in Patna and is expected to draw national attention, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to attend as the chief guest.
Sources within the state government say the preparations are already underway at Raj Bhavan, where Kumar will formally begin his next term after securing political backing from alliance partners. The event is expected to bring together senior leaders from across the National Democratic Alliance, reflecting the coalition’s renewed push for administrative stability and continuity in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar’s repeated return to the top post highlights both his political resilience and his ability to navigate Bihar’s complex coalition landscape. Over the years, he has repeatedly reshaped alliances while maintaining a firm hold on governance, focusing on infrastructure development, law and order, women’s empowerment, and welfare schemes.
Political observers say this tenth swearing-in carries added significance, arriving at a time when Bihar’s economy, employment indicators, and social challenges remain central to public debate. Supporters argue that Kumar’s experience provides stability in a period of shifting political currents, while critics insist the state needs fresh leadership and a more aggressive approach to job creation and development.
PM Modi’s presence at the ceremony underscores the importance the central government is placing on a united political front in Bihar ahead of upcoming national and state-level political cycles. Senior BJP leaders are also expected to attend, signaling strong coordination between coalition partners for the next phase of governance.
As November 20 approaches, preparations in Patna have been heightened, with security, protocol arrangements, and logistical planning moving at full pace. For Nitish Kumar, the milestone marks yet another chapter in a remarkable political journey — one that has shaped Bihar’s politics for nearly two decades and continues to influence the state’s future.