Amid indications of Nitish Kumar moving to national politics as a Rajya Sabha member, Janata Dal (United) supporters in Bihar are emotionally appealing for him to remain in the state. A poster campaign led by JD(U) worker Krishna Patel has emerged in Patna, featuring Nitish Kumar, his son Nishant Kumar, and JD(U) state President Umesh Kushwaha. The posters carry a heartfelt message urging Nitish Kumar not to abandon Bihar and assuring that his leadership is crucial for the state’s security and stability.
Nitish Kumar, who has been Bihar’s Chief Minister since November 2005, was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha on March 16 and resigned from his position as a Member of the Legislative Council on March 30. He is set to take oath as a Rajya Sabha MP in Delhi. Nitish Kumar hinted at a possible leadership transition in Bihar within the next few days, signaling a shift in the state’s political landscape.
The return of Nitish Kumar to Patna is expected to accelerate the process of forming a new government after the 13th of the month. Discussions are ongoing about the swearing-in ceremony, likely to be held at Gandhi Maidan. Bihar is poised to have a Chief Minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party for the first time, with a BJP Core Committee meeting in Delhi to finalize the government formation plans.
