Former Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha dropped a bombshell after meeting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, revealing himself as the architect behind suggesting Nishant Kumar’s political foray. The Rashtriya Lok Morcha leader shared this with journalists in Patna on Saturday, contextualizing it within the intensifying Rajya Sabha election campaign.
Dismissing sensationalism, Kushwaha portrayed the rendezvous as alliance housekeeping. ‘NDA has five candidates, including the CM and me. These meetings for blessings are routine,’ he explained, steering clear of conspiracy theories.
Addressing Nitish’s transition to Delhi, Kushwaha empathized with constituents. ‘People of Bihar are melancholic; his dedicated service as CM leaves a gap. He’ll serve from Parliament now, but emotions run deep,’ he remarked thoughtfully.
Spotlighting Nishant, Kushwaha took ownership: ‘I initiated the suggestion to Nitish ji. Though JD(U) acted late, inducting him is spot-on.’ Victory seemed assured: ‘NDA clinches all five seats, crystal clear.’
Kushwaha’s nomination marks him as the fifth NDA hopeful. Serving his current Rajya Sabha term, his history of flagging cross-voting threats highlights strategic maneuvers in Bihar’s cutthroat politics.