Nitish Kumar is sworn in as Bihar CM for the 10th tenure, backed by strong NDA support including PM Modi.
Published on: November 20, 2025 at 19:07
After months of political speculation, Bihar witnessed a dramatic political turn — Nitish Kumar returned as Chief Minister once again, marking his 10th term in power, this time with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s full backing. The symbolism was powerful: Amit Shah promised a “double-engine government working with new energy,” and Modi’s heartfelt gesture of bowing before the people of Bihar painted a picture of unity and respect.
This resurgence of the NDA in Bihar is more than politics; it signals a strategic shift in India’s political balance just ahead of the 2024 elections. The question now is — what makes Nitish Kumar 10.0 different, and what responsibilities come with this renewed power?
The Symbolism of a “Double-Engine Government”
When Amit Shah called Bihar’s new coalition a “double-engine government,” he wasn’t only referring to political unity. The phrase has become central to the BJP’s governance model — partnership between the Centre and state to accelerate development.
In a state like Bihar, struggling with infrastructure, unemployment, and education gaps, this slogan carries emotional weight. The promise is clear: faster highways, more jobs through investment, and improved law and order. With Modi’s central schemes like PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, and Gati Shakti already transforming other states, Nitish Kumar’s administration now carries a direct link to the Centre’s resources and momentum.
For voters, this alignment means one thing — less political friction, more ground-level results.
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Nitish Kumar 10.0: Power, Experience, and New Responsibilities
Nitish Kumar is not just another Chief Minister; he’s a survivor and a strategist. This is his tenth time taking oath, a rare feat in Indian politics. His return marks a new responsibility — proving that his alliance choices are for Bihar’s future, not personal power.
In the past decade, Nitish has oscillated between alliances, but this comeback feels different. The chemistry seen on stage between Modi and Nitish, and the reassurance from Amit Shah, signals the BJP’s trust in his leadership once again. However, this trust also brings scrutiny — his governance now represents the image of a “productive partnership.”
People will watch whether Nitish delivers promised reforms on jobs, education, and safety, and whether this revived partnership creates real ground change rather than political optics.
Bihar’s Return to the National Spotlight
Bihar has always played a critical role in shaping India’s political narrative. With Nitish Kumar’s return under the NDA, the state has become a testing ground for the “New India” governance model — combining federal partnership with developmental speed.
From the voter’s point of view, the comeback brings hope: more industries, cleaner governance, and better infrastructure. On the national level, Bihar’s performance under this government will either strengthen Modi’s “double-engine” promise or expose its challenges.
This time, political observers across India are watching Bihar not as a backward state, but as a potential model of central-state cooperation. Nitish Kumar 10.0 must balance that hope with delivery — fast, transparent, and inclusive development.
A New Political Equation for a New Era
Bihar has entered a new chapter — one where experience meets expectation. Nitish Kumar’s tenth innings as Chief Minister isn’t just a personal milestone; it’s a test of India’s biggest political partnership model. The success or failure of this double-engine government could redefine how Indian states align with the Centre in the years to come.
If Nitish and Modi’s renewed bond turns promises into results, Bihar’s story won’t just be about political survival — it will be remembered as the moment a state once known for migration and poverty started rewriting its legacy.
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