Did Nitish Kumar Just Become the NDA Leader Again?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Nitish Kumar reaffirmed as NDA leader.
- Unanimous support from newly elected MLAs.
- Significant contributions from women voters noted.
- Preparations for swearing-in underway.
- High-profile attendees expected at the ceremony.
Patna, Nov 19 (NationPress) In a pivotal gathering of the NDA legislative party convened in the Central Hall of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Nitish Kumar was unanimously appointed as the leader of the NDA on Wednesday.
With this official affirmation, he is poised to take the oath again as the Chief Minister of Bihar.
During the session, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary put forth Nitish Kumar’s nomination for the leadership position, which was supported by Vijay Kumar Sinha.
All newly elected MLAs from the NDA were present and agreed upon the proposal without dissent.
Upon his arrival at the Central Hall, Nitish Kumar welcomed the MLAs and supporters with folded hands.
After being elected as the NDA leader, he made his way to the Raj Bhavan to assert his claim to establish the new government.
NDA leaders praised the coalition’s success in the recent assembly elections.
Upendra Kushwaha expressed gratitude to the women voters of Bihar for their substantial role in the NDA's landmark victory.
He acknowledged the contributions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, noting the remarkable cooperation among NDA allies at the grassroots.
He stated, “The public recognized the unity within the NDA. Under the guidance of Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Modi, we will realize the commitments made in our manifesto.”
Vijay Kumar Chaudhary highlighted the exceptional enthusiasm shown by women and youth across the state for the NDA, pointing out that women voters achieved a record turnout.
Following the meeting, Union Minister Chirag Paswan confirmed the unanimous election of Nitish Kumar as the NDA legislative party leader.
He mentioned that after the oath-taking ceremony planned for tomorrow, “every promise outlined in the manifesto will be honored step by step.”
Preparations are already in progress for Nitish Kumar’s swearing-in, which is anticipated to occur on Thursday.
The event is expected to draw Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, numerous Union Ministers, Chief Ministers from various BJP-led states, and other distinguished guests.
Enhanced security and traffic arrangements have been established from Patna Airport to Gandhi Maidan in anticipation of the VVIP guests.