Nitish Kumar
Tale of Two Sanjays: How Contrasting Strategies Shaped Bihar's 2025 Election Outcome
Nov 16, 2025 07:30 pm CST
The 2025 Bihar elections resulted in a historic NDA victory and Mahagathbandhan defeat, largely influenced by two political strategists with contrasting styles. Sanjay Jha of JDU, a soft-spoken yet effective strategist, orchestrated a successful coalition campaign, while RJD's Sanjay Yadav's aggressive approach led to internal rifts and electoral failure. This political Mahabharata showcases how leadership style and strategic acumen determined Bihar's political future.
BJP to Get Larger Share in Bihar Cabinet as NDA Secures Overwhelming Victory in Assembly Elections
Nov 16, 2025 05:37 pm CST
The BJP is set to gain greater representation in Bihar's new government while Nitish Kumar remains Chief Minister, following NDA's landslide victory securing 202 seats in the assembly elections. Cabinet formation arrangements indicate BJP will likely get 15-16 ministers compared to JD(U)'s 14, reflecting BJP's stronger 89-seat performance against JD(U)'s 85 seats. The oath-taking ceremony is expected around November 19-20.
Bihar NDA Government Formation: Nitish Kumar to Continue as Chief Minister with New Cabinet Formula
Nov 16, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The formation of Bihar's new government is expected within three days as Nitish Kumar will retain his position as Chief Minister. The NDA's substantial election victory sees BJP securing 89 seats and JDU 85 seats, with cabinet positions allocated following a formula finalized with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The swearing-in ceremony is planned for mid-week, pending Prime Minister Modi's schedule confirmation.
Bihar's New Government Formation: NDA Alliance to Take Oath on November 19-20 After Historic Electoral Victory
Nov 16, 2025 02:01 pm CST
Following a record 66% voter turnout in Bihar's recent elections, the NDA alliance secured a decisive victory with 202 seats. Prime Minister Modi will attend the swearing-in ceremony at Patna's Gandhi Maidan as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to form the new government between November 19-20, showcasing the coalition's strength ahead of upcoming West Bengal polls.
Jan Suraaj Party Alleges Rs 14,000 Crore World Bank Fund Diversion in Bihar Elections 2025
Nov 16, 2025 11:31 am CST
Jan Suraaj Party, led by former poll strategist Prashant Kishor, has accused Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's government of diverting Rs 14,000 crore from World Bank funds to finance pre-election benefits, despite their electoral defeat. The allegations come as the NDA secured a decisive victory with 202 seats, while the opposition Mahagathbandhan managed only 35 seats in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections that witnessed record 66% voter turnout.
India's Longest-Serving Chief Ministers: From Chamling to Nitish Kumar's Tenth Term
Nov 15, 2025 09:44 pm CST
As Nitish Kumar prepares for his tenth term as Bihar's Chief Minister following NDA's victory, we examine India's political landscape by ranking the ten longest-serving chief ministers in Indian history. From Pawan Kumar Chamling's record 24-year tenure in Sikkim to Parkash Singh Badal's multiple terms in Punjab, this comprehensive overview highlights the remarkable political longevity of regional leaders who have shaped India's state governance for decades.
Prashant Kishor's Failed Bihar Prediction: Will the Political Strategist Keep His Promise to Quit?
Nov 15, 2025 08:26 pm CST
Renowned election strategist Prashant Kishor faces a critical moment after his prediction that JDU would win fewer than 25 seats in Bihar proved dramatically wrong, with Nitish Kumar's party securing 85 seats instead. Having previously vowed to quit politics if his forecast failed, Kishor now confronts a situation reminiscent of his 2021 Bengal prediction, when he correctly anticipated BJP's performance. As his own party performs poorly in its electoral debut, political observers await his next move following his conspicuous silence since the results were announced.
NDA's Historic Victory in Bihar: JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha Pledges Youth Development After Meeting Nitish Kumar
Nov 15, 2025 05:42 pm CST
Following the National Democratic Alliance's landslide victory in Bihar's 2025 elections, JD(U) Working President Sanjay Jha met with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and affirmed their commitment to youth development, promising one crore jobs while accepting the mandate with humility. The NDA secured an unprecedented 202 of 243 assembly seats with record voter participation, especially among women.
RJD Faces Major Setback in Bihar Elections Despite Highest Vote Share: "No Sorrow in Defeat"
Nov 15, 2025 05:25 pm CST
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) demonstrated resilience after suffering a major electoral defeat in Bihar's assembly elections, winning only 25 seats despite securing the highest vote share at 23%. The ruling NDA coalition claimed 202 seats in the 243-member assembly, with BJP and JDU leading the alliance. Bihar recorded its highest voter turnout since 1951 at over 66%, with female participation significantly exceeding male turnout.
Bihar Election Results 2025: 24 Out of 25 Ministers Retain Assembly Seats as NDA Secures Landslide Victory
Nov 15, 2025 03:04 pm CST
In Bihar's recent assembly elections, 24 out of 25 ministers successfully defended their seats as the NDA coalition secured a decisive three-fourths majority. BJP and JD(U) demonstrated exceptional electoral performance with an 85% success rate, while Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha won in Tarapur and Lakhisarai respectively, reaffirming Prime Minister Modi's popularity and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's political influence in the state.
