Bihar CM Oath Taking Ceremony: Bihar is on the verge of yet another significant political event as Nitish Kumar prepares to be sworn in as Chief Minister for the tenth time, a record that has yet to be surpassed in modern Indian politics. The only consistency in the constantly changing alliances and unpredictable relations of Indian politics has been Nitish, the man who always gets back to the top chair.
A Career Surrounded by Consistency and Comebacks
Nitish Kumar’s career has spanned over forty years, and if there is but one word to describe that career, it is resilience. Whether he is heading grand coalitions, switching political parties, or managing Bihar’s challenges over the economy and society, he has always managed to keep himself safely in play. If the tenth swearing-in indicates anything, it is that it has been a long career, but, more interestingly, it has been a unique political survival skill, one shared only by him.
Record 1: Tenth time Chief Minister Oath
Becoming Chief Minister tenth time is not simply ten oaths to ceremonies, but it consistently communicates how much Nitish continues to lead Bihar’s political framework. From the beginning of his administration in the year 2000, now numbering a record ten, Nitish has made his way back to his leadership role, rebuffing challenges to his leadership as the best option for coalition stability.
Record 2: Longest Total Tenure as Bihar CM
Nitish has been the CM for over 17 years across his terms, which makes him one of the longest-serving CMs in India. Only a few leaders at the Centre and state levels have held on to a state’s top seat for this long.
Record 3: Architect of Bihar’s Infrastructure Turnaround
Nitish is widely credited with having improved roads, electricity, and law-and-order conditions in the early 2000s and 2010s. His “development with justice” agenda changed Bihar’s national narrative and remains one of his strongest political legacies.
Record 4: Master of Coalition Politics
No leader in India has played coalition politics as well as Nitish Kumar. He has allied with the BJP, RJD, Congress, and the Left parties in various phases — and succeeded in keeping his government afloat on every occasion. The fact that he is able to stitch alliances when needed makes him indispensable.
Record 5: A Regional Roots with a National Face
Nitish was once regarded by some opposition blocs as a prime ministerial candidate and has frequently been presented as a potential national alternative. However, he continues to have a strong hold on Bihar politics while striking a balance between regional dedication and national prominence.
What the Oath of Today Means for Bihar
Bihar embarks on yet another chapter shaped by Nitish Kumar’s leadership as he prepares for his tenth oath ceremony. Whether this new term will bring about political stability or pave the way for further realignments in the coming months is currently the key question.
