What did PM Modi, Samrat Choudhary, Chirag Paswan say upon Nitish Kumar taking oath as Rajya Sabha MP?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Nitish Kumar on the occasion of him taking oath as a Member of the Rajya Sabha.
The Prime Minister remarked that Nitish Kumar is one of the nation's most experienced leaders whose commitment to good governance and indelible contribution to Bihar's development are widely recognized. PM Modi noted that it is a pleasure to see him return to Parliament, affirming that his extensive experience as a veteran legislator and former Union Minister will significantly enhance the dignity of the House.
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Union Minister and LJP (R) leader Chirag Paswan, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) chief Upendra Kushwaha also extended their congratulations to Nitish Kumar.
Bihar has achieved historic progress: Samrat Choudhary
Samrat Choudhary wrote on 'X', "Under the leadership of the Honorable Nitish Kumar Ji, Bihar has achieved historic progress in every sector, characterized by good governance and improved systems. The resolve for 'Development with Justice' has given Bihar a new identity. We are fully confident that your experience and foresight in Parliament will provide a new direction in the national interest."
A significant opportunity: Chirag
Chirag Paswan wrote on 'X', "This new responsibility of yours is not merely a constitutional obligation, but a significant opportunity to give a powerful voice to the aspirations of Bihar—and the broader resolve for the national interest—within the Upper House of Parliament. Your visionary leadership, your commitment to good governance, and your unwavering dedication to public welfare have provided Bihar with a new direction and a distinct identity."
Upendra Kushwaha wrote on 'X', "Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Bihar's illustrious Chief Minister, the Honorable Nitish Kumar Ji, on taking the oath as a Member of the Rajya Sabha. We are confident that your experience will prove even more instrumental in the progress of both Bihar and the nation."
Nitish had resigned from his membership of the Bihar Legislative Council on March 30; however, he has not yet resigned from the post of Chief Minister. It has not yet been decided who will be the next Chief Minister of Bihar after Nitish Kumar.