Bihar's new government likely to be sworn-in on November 19-20
What's the story
The new government in Bihar is likely to be sworn in on November 19 or 20. The date of the swearing-in ceremony will depend on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's schedule, NDTV reported, citing sources. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) had won the recent Bihar elections with a huge mandate, with both Janata Dal (United) and Bharatiya Janata Party performing better than their 2020 results.
Election results
NDA's impressive performance in Bihar elections
The BJP emerged as the single largest party with 89 seats, while the JDU secured 85 seats. Smaller allies such as LJP(RV), HAM, and RLM also performed well. Nitish Kumar is likely to be sworn in as chief minister for the 10th time, despite initial reluctance from the BJP camp to endorse him as their leader.
Government formation
Election Commission to submit results to Governor
The Election Commission will submit the results of the 18th Bihar Assembly elections to Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Sunday. This will formally end the Model Code of Conduct in place during the election period. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will chair a cabinet meeting on Monday to approve dissolving the outgoing 17th Assembly and then submit his resignation to the Governor.
Leader selection
NDA parties to hold meetings for leader selection
After Kumar's resignation, NDA constituent parties will hold legislative party meetings to select the alliance's leader. The selected leader will then approach the Governor to stake a claim to form the next government. Preparations are underway at Patna's Gandhi Maidan for the swearing-in ceremony, which is expected to be attended by PM Modi and the chief ministers of BJP-ruled states.