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Nitish Kumar likely to go to Rajya Sabha; son may be Bihar deputy CM

Hindustan Times India·4 March 2026·2h ago1 min read0 views
Nitish Kumar likely to go to Rajya Sabha; son may be Bihar deputy CM

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is reportedly considering a move to the Rajya Sabha, India's upper house of Parliament, which could pave the way for a political shift in the state. Sources suggest that if Kumar makes this transition, a successor from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) may be appointed to lead Bihar. This potential change comes amid ongoing discussions about leadership dynamics in the state, where Kumar has been a prominent figure in regional politics for years. His departure from the chief ministerial role could signal a significant shift in the political landscape of Bihar, especially considering Kumar's historical alliance with the BJP. Observers are keenly watching how this development might affect governance and party strategies in the state, given the BJP's growing influence in Bihar and nationwide. As Kumar weighs his options, the political implications of his potential move are likely to reverberate across both state and national levels, prompting speculation about future collaborations and power structures within the state's government.

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