Saini’s oath-taking marks a pivotal moment for the NDA in Haryana’s political landscape.

OBC leader Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Haryana on Thursday during a ceremony held in Panchkula, which was graced by a prominent assembly of NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Saini administered the oath in Hindi, marking a momentous occasion for his political career. The selection of Valmiki Jayanti for the swearing-in ceremony holds particular importance, as it commemorates the sage-poet Valmiki, who is celebrated as the author of the revered Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Valmiki is especially honored among Dalit communities, making the timing of the event symbolically significant.