Former Nitish Kumar aide KC Tyagi joins RLD days after exit from JD(U) A significant political shift occurred as KC Tyagi, a former aide to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, formally joined the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) in New Delhi on Sunday. The move came just days after Tyagi resigned from the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)). RLD President and Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary was present at the event, marking the formal transition. Tyagi, a founding member of JD(U), had resigned from the party on March 17. During a recent interview, he addressed rumors linking his departure to ambitions for a Rajya Sabha seat. He categorically denied any such connection, stating that his exit from JD(U) was unrelated to parliamentary aspirations. “There is not a single instance of me trying for a Rajya Sabha ticket,” he clarified. Tyagi also emphasized that his relationship with Nitish Kumar and the JD(U) remains unchanged, despite his recent departure. The veteran socialist leader highlighted his long-standing ties to Nitish Kumar, recalling their shared history in political movements such as Jayaprakash Narayan’s movement and the Janata Party. “I have a 50-year-old relationship with Nitish Kumar,” he said, adding that he had not resigned from the party. Earlier, after Nitish Kumar secured a victory in the Rajya Sabha elections, Tyagi had insisted he had not resigned, underscoring his enduring connection to the Bihar CM. Tyagi also took aim at the Congress party, criticizing its leadership and policies. Following the exit of sitting MP Pradyut Bordoloi from the Congress to join the BJP, Tyagi remarked that the party was “on its decline” due to poor leadership and flawed policies. He described the party’s trajectory as “sinking deeper into the abyss.#nitish_kumar #jd_u #jayant_chaudhary #kc_tyagi #rld
KC Tyagi joins Jayant Choudhary's RLD days after quitting JD(U) KC Tyagi, a founding member of Nitish Kumar's party, resigned from the Janata Dal (United) on March 17. He did not specify the reason for his exit from the party. The veteran JD(U) leader joined the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) in the presence of its president Jayant Choudhary on Sunday. Tyagi, a former Rajya Sabha MP, stated that there is no difference between JD(U) and RLD, as both parties share the ideals of Chaudhary Charan Singh, Karpoori Thakur, and Ram Manohar Lohia. He told PTI that his decision to join the RLD was based on these shared principles. Tyagi clarified that he did not participate in the latest membership drive of JD(U), emphasizing there was no personal conflict with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. He mentioned that the Rajya Sabha seat allocation was the reason for his non-participation. "I have been a member of JD(U) since its founding in 2003," he said, adding that his relationship with Nitish Kumar and the party remains unchanged. The resignation comes as Nitish Kumar is preparing to resign as Bihar chief minister following his election to the Rajya Sabha. His departure from state politics marks the end of a two-decade tenure as CM, causing concern among party cadres. The NDA has not yet announced a successor to lead the state government. Tyagi also addressed rumors about his potential candidacy for the Rajya Sabha, stating he has never sought a ticket. He noted that Nitish Kumar had offered him a seat in 2013 but he declined. Tyagi had previously resigned as JD(U)'s national chief spokesperson in September 2024. His association with the party dates back to its formation in 2003 after the merger of the Samata Party and Janata Dal. He held various roles, including chief general secretary, chief spokesperson, and political adviser.#nitish_kumar #jd_u #kc_tyagi #jayant_choudhary #rld
Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination today, Bihar may get new BJP CM Bihar is on the verge of a significant political shift as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to file his nomination for the Rajya Sabha election on Thursday. This move could mark the beginning of the state's first BJP-led government. Nearly four months into his record tenth term as Chief Minister, Kumar is set to step down from the state government, paving the way for a new political arrangement. According to reports, Kumar will submit his nomination at the Bihar State Assembly on Thursday, accompanied by his party colleague Ramnath Thakur, who will also contest as a Janata Dal (United) candidate. The timing of this development comes just days after Kumar turned 75, adding to the anticipation surrounding his political future. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to attend the nomination process in Patna and may engage in discussions with Kumar and other NDA leaders about the formation of a new government. Sources suggest that the BJP, which holds 89 seats in the state assembly, could claim the Chief Minister’s post if Kumar moves to the Rajya Sabha. The party might offer the JD(U) two Deputy Chief Minister positions as part of a power-sharing agreement. Other parties are also preparing their nominations, with BJP state leaders Nitin Nabin and Shivesh Kumar, as well as RLM president Upendra Kushwaha, set to file their papers. Senior JD(U) leaders confirmed that Kumar’s decision to join the Rajya Sabha is his own, emphasizing that the final call rests with him. While some within the party may express dissatisfaction with the move, internal consultations have been held to address concerns. Family members of Kumar, including his son Nishant, have also been involved in the discussions.#bjp #nitish_kumar #amit_shah #ramnath_thakur #jd_u
