Nitish Kumar meets PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi; Development and political issues discussed.
Photo Credit: PMO
Patna, December 22, 2025: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the latter’s official residence in New Delhi on Monday.
The meeting lasted for 30 minutes.
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh were also present during the meeting.
Following the interaction, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) shared photographs of the meeting.
After the meeting, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary posted on his official X handle, stating, “Following the NDA’s resounding mandate in Bihar, Bihar’s popular Chief Minister Nitish Kumar held a courtesy meeting with the world’s most popular leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in New Delhi today. Under the guidance and leadership of PM Modi, the country and Bihar are continuously progressing. During this meeting, we received valuable guidance on the goals of a developed Bihar.”
Political significance of PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar meeting:
Sources said the meeting was politically significant, as discussions were held not only on Bihar’s development but also on the current political situation in the country.
Issues related to ongoing development projects in Bihar, coordination between the Centre and the state government political developments were also discussed.
According to sources, the talks focused on recently launched and proposed welfare schemes in Bihar, particularly in the sectors of education, health, rural development, and employment generation.
It is believed that CM Nitish Kumar presented his vision for transforming Bihar into a developed state before the Prime Minister.
Expectation of central support:
The meeting comes at a time when development and good governance are being strongly emphasized nationwide.
Given Bihar’s size and political importance, the role of the central government is considered crucial, and this meeting is expected to pave the way for new projects and schemes for the state.
Earlier meeting with Amit Shah:
Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.
Sources said the two leaders discussed for nearly an hour, covering a wide range of political and administrative issues.
Following the NDA’s decisive victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, Nitish Kumar’s visit to New Delhi is viewed as politically important, marking his first interaction with the central leadership after assuming office.
EOM