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Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar (born 1 March 1951) is an Indian politician serving as the current Chief Minister of Bihar, a position he has held multiple times since 2005. Known for his pragmatic politics, frequent
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Nitish Kumar elected unopposed as JD(U) president for fourth term
Kumar, who recently entered the Rajya Sabha, had taken over as party president ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections after Lalan Singh stepped down in December 2023.
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1. How many times has Nitish Kumar been Chief Minister of Bihar?
As of 2025, Nitish Kumar has taken oath as Bihar’s Chief Minister nine times, making him one of the longest-serving CMs in the state’s history.
2. Which political party does Nitish Kumar belong to?
He is the president of the Janata Dal (United) or JD(U), a regional party primarily based in Bihar.
3. Why is Nitish Kumar known for switching alliances?
Nitish Kumar is known for prioritizing governance over ideology. He has switched between alliances with the BJP and RJD over the years, often citing policy disagreements or corruption issues.
4. What are some key achievements of Nitish Kumar as CM?
Notable achievements include better road and electricity infrastructure, improved law and order, women’s empowerment through reservation in panchayats, prohibition of alcohol, and youth development through ‘Saat Nischay’ programs.
