Nitish Kumar News: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stated that he is receiving full support from the central government. He noted that the Prime Minister has visited Bihar several times and launched numerous projects.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday (December 4) openly praised the central government, citing the support his government has received. He appealed to members of the state assembly to raise their hands to express their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He made this remark during the motion of thanks to the joint address of the two houses by the Governor.

We are getting full support from the Central Government – ​​CM

Nitish We are getting full support from the Central Government – ​​CM.e fifth consecutive term, spoke at length about the efforts made for the overall development of the state during his 20-year tenure. At the end of his 20-minute speech, he said, "We are receiving full support from the central government for the state's development. In the budget presented in July 2024, the central government provided special financial assistance for roads, industry, health, tourism, and flood control."

The CM said, "Following this, the budget presented in February 2025 proposed the establishment of the Makhana Board, and announced financial assistance for the construction of an airport and the West Kosi Canal Project. This year, Bihar also had the opportunity to host the Khelo India Youth Games."

I salute the Prime Minister – CM

The Chief Minister said, "I salute PrI salute the Prime Minister – CM.ll these things. I request all members to do so by raising their hands." He noted that the Prime Minister has visited Bihar several times and launched numerous projects. CM Nitish Kumar said, "Now the state is expected to progress rapidly. The economy will become stronger. Work will progress more rapidly in all sectors."

What did you say pointing towards the opposition?

Before taking his seat, he pointed to the opposition members, saying they hadn't raised their hands to thank the Prime Minister. He said, "Why aren't you doing that? I joined you two or three times. But when you started mischief, I left. Now I'm not going to leave (the NDA)." This erupted in the House, drawing loud laughter.

Nitish Kumar, a BJP ally since the 1990s, formed governments twice in the last ten years with RJD-Congress alliances, but both governments did not last long. Later, he made the same appeal to members of the Legislative Council. Kumar is a member of the Legislative Council.

What did the opposition express displeasure over?

On the other hand, the opposition, led by former Chief Minister Rabri Devi, expressed displeasure that the Speaker did not allow them to speak on the motion of thanks. According to the opposition, they were stopped, stating that their proposed amendments would be considered suggestions.

The discussion in the Assembly lasted for about two hours, and finally, Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary responded on behalf of the government. Chaudhary, a former BJP state president, rejected the opposition's accusation that he wanted to establish "bulldozer rule" in Bihar, similar to the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh.

Bulldozer is not an issue here – Samrat Chaudhary.

Samrat Chaudhary said, "Bihar is known for good governance, for which Nitish Kumar has become synonymous. Bulldozers are not an issue here. My name is Samrat Chaudhary, and you can be sure that I am not a symbol of bulldozers. Yes, action is being taken against illegal encroachments, which is being done in accordance with court orders. Strict action against the mafia will also continue."