On Eid al-Fitr, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited various Sufi shrines in Patna to promote communal harmony and brotherhood. Starting at Khanqah Mujibiya in Phulwari Sharif, he met with Sajjada Nashin Syed Shah Ayatullah Qadri, seeking blessings and exchanging Eid greetings. Kumar then visited Khanqah-e-Munemia at Mittan Ghat in Patna City, where he prayed for peace and prosperity in the state.
His tour continued with a visit to Khanqah Bargah-e-Ishq, where he interacted with devotees and greeted Sajjada Nashin Syed Shah Khwaja Amir Shahid. The Chief Minister also participated in traditional Eid customs like sewai and dry fruits, enhancing the festive spirit. These visits emphasized inclusivity and social harmony, with prayers offered for the well-being of Bihar’s residents.
However, in a departure from tradition, Nitish Kumar did not attend Eid prayers at Gandhi Maidan this year. His absence, with his son Nishant Kumar attending in his place, has sparked political discussions and speculation about potential shifts in Bihar’s political landscape. Accompanying the Chief Minister during his shrine visits were dignitaries like Rural Works Minister Ashok Choudhary, JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha, MLA Shyam Rajak, MLC Sanjay Kumar Singh, District Magistrate Tyagarajan S.M., and Senior Superintendent of Police Kartikeya K. Sharma.
While the Eid celebrations showcased devotion and harmony, Nitish Kumar’s absence from Gandhi Maidan and Nishant Kumar’s presence have introduced a notable political aspect to this year’s festivities in Bihar.
