Nitish Kumar on Tuesday resigned as the Chief Minister of Bihar as he is set to start his new political innings in the Rajya Sabha. The resignation of Bihar politics' stalwart has ended a 20-year-old era.
Nitish met Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain and handed over his resignation letter. Sharing the development of his resignation, Kumar took to X and highlighted 20 years of his government.
What did Nitish say in his resignation post?
He said, "You know that on 24 November 2005, the NDA government was formed in the state for the first time. Since then, the rule of law has prevailed in the state, and we have been continuously engaged in development work. The government has worked for the development of all sections of society from the very beginning—whether Hindus, Muslims, upper castes, backward classes, extremely backward classes, Dalits, or Mahadalits—work has been done for everyone. Work has been done in every sector, whether in education, health, roads, electricity, or agriculture. A lot of work has also been done for women and youth."
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"I have decided that I would now leave the post of Chief Minister, and therefore, after today's cabinet meeting, we met the honourable Governor and submitted our resignation to him. Now the new government will look after the work here. The new government will have my full cooperation and guidance. Even ahead, a lot of very good work will be done, and Bihar will advance a great deal," he added.
Samrat Choudhary to succeed Nitish
BJP's Samrat Choudhary is set to be Nitish's successor as he was elected as the legislative party leader today.