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
