Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Steps Down to Pave Way for New NDA Government
Patna, India – Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister of Bihar, officially tendered his resignation on Monday, November 17, 2025, marking a procedural step towards the formation of a new government in the state. This move follows the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) commanding victory in the recently concluded Bihar Assembly elections. Kumar is now poised to take the oath of office for a record 10th time as Chief Minister on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Formalities and Transition
Prior to submitting his resignation, Nitish Kumar chaired a crucial cabinet meeting. During this meeting, the cabinet unanimously 'authorised' him to recommend the dissolution of the current assembly. Following this, Kumar proceeded to the Raj Bhavan in Patna to meet Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, where he formally submitted his resignation and the recommendation for the assembly's dissolution. The term of the 17th Bihar Assembly is set to conclude on November 22, making way for the new government.
NDA's Decisive Mandate and Cabinet Discussions
The National Democratic Alliance secured a landslide victory in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, winning over 200 seats in the 243-member assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the single largest party within the alliance, securing 89 seats, while Kumar's Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) won 85 seats. Other key allies, including the Chirag Paswan-led Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (LJP (RV)), Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) (HAM-S), and Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM), also contributed to the alliance's strong performance.
Discussions regarding the formation of the new cabinet have been underway, with a power-sharing formula being finalized. Reports suggest that the BJP is expected to receive 15-16 ministerial berths, while the JD(U) will likely secure around 14. The LJP (RV) is anticipated to get three berths, and HAM-S and RLM one each. There is also speculation about the appointment of two Deputy Chief Ministers, potentially from the BJP and LJP (RV), to ensure balanced representation within the alliance.
Upcoming Swearing-in Ceremony
The swearing-in ceremony for the new NDA government is scheduled for November 20 at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders from the NDA are expected to attend the grand event, which is being prepared as a significant public spectacle. This will mark Nitish Kumar's return to the Chief Minister's office for his tenth term, solidifying his long-standing political career in Bihar.
6 Comments
Africa
10th term proves his enduring leadership. Great news for the state!
Bermudez
A strong mandate for the NDA could lead to effective policy implementation, however, the article's intense focus on cabinet formation seems to overshadow discussions about the actual development agenda for Bihar. Let's hope governance is the priority.
Coccinella
The people have spoken decisively. This government will deliver on promises.
Muchacho
The NDA's landslide victory does provide a strong government, but the continuous reliance on one leader for a tenth term could stifle new leadership and fresh perspectives. We need to see how this impacts future governance.
Michelangelo
It's good to see a smooth transition of power after the elections, yet the detailed distribution of ministerial berths and speculation of two Deputy CMs suggest underlying power struggles. This might lead to internal conflicts within the alliance.
Raphael
Finally, some stability for Bihar! Nitish Kumar's experience is crucial.