India, Nov. 20 -- Nitish Kumar, who took oath as chief minister for a record 10th time, thanked the people of Bihar and extended gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, even as he reaffirmed the NDA government's commitment towards development, making Bihar one of the most developed states in the country.

The JD(U) supremo made several records on Thursday, becoming the longest-serving chief minister of Bihar, winning the state election for a fifth consecutive term.

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"Today, at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna, I took oath as the Chief Minister at the swearing-in ceremony of Bihar's newly elected government. On this special occasion, I extend my salutations, heartfelt grati...