A supporter of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar began an indefinite hunger strike outside his residence, urging him to remain in the state instead of moving to the Rajya Sabha and leaving his post. Amarendra Das Triloki expressed deep sadness at the prospect of Kumar’s departure, highlighting the significant improvements in Bihar under his leadership since 2005. Triloki emphasized the advancements in governance, development across various sectors, and the overall progress in the state.
Triloki stressed the reduction in poverty levels in Bihar compared to other states and vowed to prevent Kumar from leaving. He emphasized the uninterrupted power supply of about 23 hours a day in Bihar, attributing these achievements to Kumar’s leadership. Triloki reiterated the sentiment of considering Kumar as a family member and insisted that he should continue serving Bihar instead of moving to Delhi.
The protest reflects the strong emotional attachment of many citizens to Nitish Kumar, acknowledging his tenure for stabilizing Bihar and implementing extensive development programs. Nitish Kumar, a prominent figure in the Janata Dal (United) party, has significantly impacted Bihar’s social and economic landscape over the past two decades. His nomination for the Rajya Sabha has sparked calls from supporters to maintain his leadership in Bihar.
