Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s bombshell announcement to pursue a Rajya Sabha membership has sent shockwaves through Bihar, prompting fierce condemnation from Congress as a direct affront to the electorate’s verdict. The seasoned politician vowed complete backing for Bihar’s next administration, signaling a pivotal change after dominating state politics for over two decades.
Congress heavyweight Jairam Ramesh didn’t mince words on X: ‘The Indian National Congress’s repeated Bihar campaign alerts have materialized. A ‘G2′-engineered scheme has executed a takeover in Bihar. This betrayal of the people’s mandate is profound on multiple fronts.’ His post captures the essence of growing distrust in shifting alliances.
RJD’s Kanchana Yadav piled on, claiming BJP infiltrated JD(U) with ‘brokers’ now peddling the CM position. Purnia’s independent voice Pappu Yadav advocated a bold opposition front, proposing unconditional support for Nishant Kumar as CM to leaders including Manjhji, Chirag, Lalu, and Upendra, framing it as a stand for Bihari pride against BJP overreach.
With 10 swearing-ins, including 2025, Nitish holds the mantle of Bihar’s most enduring CM. His Rajya Sabha ambition, revealed on X, stems from a lifelong goal: ‘I’ve always wanted to represent both houses of Bihar’s legislature and Parliament. I’m contesting the Rajya Sabha this election cycle.’
This maneuver invites speculation on Bihar’s political trajectory. Will Kumar’s guidance ensure continuity, or will it expose vulnerabilities in the ruling coalition? As reactions pour in, the episode underscores the volatile nature of Indian regional politics, where personal ambitions often collide with public expectations.