Nitish Kumar Viral Video: What's Wrong? Bihar CM Places Flower Pot on the Head of Govt Officer

A video of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar placing a flower pot on the head of a senior government officer has gone viral, triggering widespread confusion and reactions on social media. The incident took place during a government appointment letter distribution ceremony, where CM Kumar was accompanied by several top bureaucrats, including Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) S. Siddhartha.

मुख्यमंत्री नीतीश कुमार नियुक्ति पत्र बांटने पहुंचे थे, इस दौरान उन्होंने ACS एस. सिद्धार्थ के सिर पर गमला रख दिया। #Bihar pic.twitter.com/XUXG14UjVK

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In the video, Nitish Kumar can be seen casually placing a flower pot (गमला) on S. Siddhartha’s head, seemingly in jest. The officer stood still, appearing awkward and confused, while others nearby attempted to defuse the situation with laughter and subtle intervention.

The Viral Moment

The video spread rapidly on X (formerly Twitter) and WhatsApp, with users questioning the Chief Minister’s intent and state of mind.

While some called it a harmless, quirky moment, others criticised it as undignified behavior toward a high-ranking official.

 Who is S. Siddhartha?

S. Siddhartha is a senior IAS officer and currently serves as the Additional Chief Secretary in Bihar. He has held several key portfolios and is known for his professionalism and composed demeanor.

 Public Reaction

The incident has sparked a flurry of memes and sarcastic posts online. Critics of the Bihar government raised concerns over Nitish Kumar’s conduct, calling it “inappropriate for a constitutional office”, while supporters downplayed the issue, claiming it was done in a light-hearted manner.

Some opposition leaders demanded a clarification, stating that such actions could demoralize the bureaucratic machinery.