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Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Patna for Nitish Kumar’s swearing-in ceremony as Chief Minister for the tenth time.
On Thursday morning at around 11 am, Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Patna airport to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Nitish Kumar. This is a special occasion as it marks the first time PM Modi is present for Nitish Kumar’s swearing-in, despite Kumar having taken the oath as Chief Minister several times since 2014.
The ceremony is taking place at Gandhi Maidan, where everything is set for a grand event. Along with Nitish Kumar, Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha will also be taking the oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. Nitish Kumar, who had previously taken the oath at Gandhi Maidan in November 2015, greeted the crowd with a friendly wave upon arrival.
Nitish Kumar will officially become Bihar’s Chief Minister for the tenth time at 11:30 am. In addition to him, over 20 ministers are expected to take their oaths as well. Shreyasi Singh, who won from Jamui, will also be sworn in as a minister for the first time.
Among the names being discussed for the new ministers are Samrat Chaudhary, Vijay Kumar Sinha, and others from BJP. There are also expected announcements regarding ministers from JDU and other parties. Meanwhile, it appears that the post of Speaker in the Bihar Assembly will be held by Prem Kumar from BJP, following negotiations between JDU and BJP.
As the ceremony unfolds, the focus will be on the new government’s plans and the roles of the newly appointed ministers. This event is significant for the political landscape in Bihar, showcasing the collaboration between the parties involved.
Summary:
- PM Modi arrives in Patna for Nitish Kumar’s swearing-in.
- Nitish Kumar will take oath as CM for the 10th time.
- Over 20 ministers will also be sworn in during the ceremony.
- Prem Kumar from BJP is set to become the new Speaker.
- The event marks a significant collaboration between political parties.
