Former Union Minister Ram Chandra Prasad Singh remarked that Nitish Kumar’s choice to join the Rajya Sabha seems personal, yet he hinted at potential underlying reasons. Singh highlighted the National Democratic Alliance’s strong mandate in the recent Bihar Assembly elections under Kumar’s leadership. He questioned the sudden shift to the Rajya Sabha from active developmental work, suggesting there might be undisclosed motives.
Singh noted the consistent support of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s top leadership for Nitish Kumar in Bihar. Despite the BJP winning more seats in the 2020 Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah backed Kumar as Chief Minister. Singh emphasized that both the 2020 and 2025 elections were fought under Nitish Kumar’s leadership.
Regarding Nishant Kumar’s entry into the Janata Dal (United), Singh praised the young leader’s potential and future in politics. However, he expressed the view that Nitish Kumar’s presence during Nishant’s party induction would have conveyed a stronger political message. Singh also commented on the cultural significance of respecting elders but questioned the appropriateness of touching senior leaders’ feet on a political platform.
When asked about speculation on Nishant Kumar’s potential role as Deputy Chief Minister, Singh stated that such decisions would be made collectively by Nitish Kumar and the NDA leadership. He acknowledged Nishant’s capabilities but stressed that the final decision on his position would rest with Kumar and the NDA leaders. Responding to queries about his potential return to the JD(U), Singh chose not to comment on the matter.
