Nitish Kumar Resigns: End of an Era in Bihar as CM Steps Down, Pledges Support to New Government

In a significant political development, Nitish Kumar resigned from the post of Bihar Chief Minister on Tuesday. Kumar met the Governor to formally submit his resignation, marking the conclusion of an era that spanned nearly 20 years. Following the announcement, he shared a detailed post on social media platform X, stating that a new government would now take over the administration. He emphasized that he would provide full cooperation and guidance to the new leadership to ensure that the momentum of development in Bihar continues unabated.

Reflecting on Two Decades of Governance Since 2005

Nitish Kumar's tenure as Chief Minister began on November 24, 2005, when the NDA government was first formed in the state. ' He noted that since 2005, his administration remained consistently engaged in developmental activities, focusing on transforming the state's infrastructure and social fabric. His departure marks the end of one of the longest continuous leadership periods in the state's history.

Sectoral Growth and Inclusive Development Initiatives

During his address to the public via social media, Kumar highlighted that his government prioritized inclusive growth across all sections of society. He mentioned that specific policies were implemented for Hindus, Muslims, upper castes, OBCs, EBCs, Dalits, and Mahadalits. Significant progress was reported in sectors such as education, healthcare, road connectivity, electricity, and agriculture. He also pointed out the extensive work done for the empowerment of women and youth, which he claimed has laid a strong foundation for the state's future.

Future Roadmap: 7 Nishchay-3 and 2030 Goals

Outlining the vision for the coming years, Kumar mentioned the formulation of '7 Nishchay-3' for the period between 2025 and 2030. This initiative is designed to further accelerate development projects across the state, while he expressed optimism that these plans would help Bihar break into the ranks of the top-performing states in India. Kumar stated that while he's stepping down, the framework for progress is already in place for the next five years, ensuring that Bihar remains on a high growth trajectory.

Collaboration with Central Government and PM Modi’s Role

Nitish Kumar acknowledged the support received from the Central Government in Bihar's developmental journey. He expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that the synergy between the state and the center has been instrumental in executing large-scale projects. He concluded by thanking the people of Bihar for the opportunity to serve them for nearly two decades, stating that he decided to step down after the cabinet meeting to allow a new government to lead the state toward its next phase of progress.