Upendra Kushwaha is leaving no stone unturned in his quest for political revival in Bihar. The former Union minister met top BJP brass—Amit Shah and Nitin Nabin—late Monday at the home minister’s Delhi residence, advocating for his Rajya Sabha return and his son Deepak’s MLC entry. This comes as Rajya Sabha polls loom, with Kushwaha eyeing his RLM symbol over a merger.
RLM’s meager four-MLA strength underscores his dependence on BJP support, bolstered by his Koeri community clout. The assembly election promise of an MLC seat for his son hangs in balance. While a Bihar BJP leader pitched merger—offering Rajya Sabha ticket, state cabinet slots for allies, and central ministry—the idea hasn’t gained traction yet.
BJP stands to gain assembly seats rising to 93 and enhanced Rajya Sabha presence. Kushwaha’s potential Union role could further solidify NDA’s caste arithmetic. Neither side has issued statements, but sources hint at ongoing negotiations, possibly culminating in merger after the polls.
Kushwaha’s rollercoaster career—from BJP ally to rival and back—highlights Bihar’s fluid alliances. This episode could reshape NDA’s internal balance, testing if personal ambitions align with party goals. Stakeholders watch closely as deadlines approach.