BJP Names 9 Rajya Sabha Candidates, Bihar Picks Trigger Buzz in NDA The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday announced its first list of nine candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, with Bihar being the major focus area. The development has triggered buzz within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), as it is seen as a move to strengthen the party's presence in the eastern state ahead of the Assembly polls scheduled for 2024. The list includes seven candidates from Bihar, including two women - Meena Singh and Ranjubala Rai - who are both prominent leaders from the state. The other five candidates hailing from Bihar are Rajesh Chandra, Ramapati Ram Tripathi, Raghvendra Pratap Singh, Anil Kumar Sahani, and Pritam Yashwant Yadav. The announcement is seen as a significant move by the BJP to consolidate its position in Bihar, where it has been struggling to make an impact despite being part of the ruling coalition. The party's decision to field seven candidates from the state is aimed at strengthening its grassroots presence and preparing for the 2024 Assembly polls. The NDA partners are also watching the development with keen interest, as they see it as a move by the BJP to assert its dominance in the alliance. While the other NDA constituents have been given a free hand to contest the elections, the BJP's decision to field candidates from Bihar has raised concerns about its intentions. Sources within the party said that the BJP is looking to capitalize on its growing strength in Bihar and wants to use the Rajya Sabha elections as an opportunity to expand its base. The party believe...#BJP #Bihar #RJD #NDA #Rajya_Sabha #Tejashwi_Yadav #Meena_Singh #Ranjubala_Rai #Ramapati_Ram_Tripathi #Raghvendra_Pratap_Singh #Anil_Kumar_Sahani #Pritam_Yashwant_Yadav
Nitish Kumar To Resign As Bihar CM? JDU Chief Likely To File Rajya Sabha Nomination, Say Sources Patna: Amidst speculation about a possible change in leadership in Bihar, sources close to the development have revealed that Janata Dal United (JDU) chief Nitish Kumar is likely to resign as the Chief Minister of the state. The move comes ahead of the Rajya Sabha polls, where JDU is expected to field its candidate. According to insiders, Kumar's decision to step down is a result of his party's desire to have a representative in the Upper House of Parliament. Sources claim that the JDU chief has already begun consultations with top leaders within the party and other coalition partners to facilitate a smooth transition. Kumar's resignation as CM would create a power vacuum in Bihar, which could lead to a series of high-stakes political developments. The move is also expected to have far-reaching implications for the state's politics, particularly in light of Kumar's long-standing association with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress. The Rajya Sabha polls are expected to take place soon, with JDU's candidate likely to be announced shortly. Sources indicate that a strong contender from the party is being groomed for the position, which would require the support of other coalition partners in the state. Kumar's decision to step down as CM comes at a time when Bihar is grappling with several political and economic challenges. The state has been reeling under the impact of droughts, floods, and agricultural distress, which have had a significant bearing on its economy. As the JDU chief begins his campaign for the Rajya Sabha polls, speculation is rife about potential contenders for the Chief Minister's post. Names of several senior leaders within the party are being floated ...#Congress #JDU #Bihar #RJD #Rajya_Sabha #Nitish_Kumar #Tejashwi_Yadav
