Patna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations to Nitish Kumar upon his swearing-in as the chief minister of Bihar, highlighting Kumar’s status as an “experienced administrator” with a “long history of good governance.” This message, shared on X shortly after the ceremony in Patna, is interpreted as a politically significant signal as Kumar embarks on his tenth term in office. PM Modi stated: “Congratulations to Shri Nitish Kumar Ji on taking oath as Bihar’s Chief Minister. He is an experienced administrator with a proven track record of good governance for many years.
My best wishes to him for his tenure ahead.” The statement is seen by analysts as a sign of renewed collaboration between the central government and Bihar’s leadership, especially as the BJP–JD(U) alliance aims for stability following weeks of political changes in the state. PM Modi was present at the swearing-in ceremony at Gandhi Maidan, where sizable crowds gathered amid increased public interest. His attendance, along with the subsequent post on X, is perceived as an effort to demonstrate unity and instill momentum into the alliance’s governance agenda.