Neiphiu Rio Takes Oath as Nagaland Chief Minister for Fifth Term, PM Attends

Neiphiu Rio has taken the oath as the Chief Minister of Nagaland for the fifth term.

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He was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor RN Ravi in a ceremony held at Raj Bhavan in Kohima.

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The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and several other dignitaries.

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Neiphiu Rio's Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and the BJP won a majority in the recent Nagaland assembly elections.

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In his address, the newly sworn-in CM thanked the people of Nagaland and promised to work for their welfare and development.

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He also expressed his gratitude to the BJP for their support and cooperation in the formation of the government.

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The PM, in his address, congratulated Neiphiu Rio on his appointment and wished him success in his new term as CM of Nagaland.

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