North India Statesman
News India Live, Digital Desk: These days, the biggest question in Bihar politics is that after Nitish Kumar goes to Rajya Sabha, in whose hands will be the command of the state. Amid reports of ongoing tussle and controversy regarding the name of the Chief Minister, the newly appointed National President of Bharatiya Janata Party Nitin Nabin has given his reaction. He has clarified that the NDA alliance is completely united and there is no difference of opinion regarding the selection of the Chief Minister.
Nitin Nabin’s reply on the name ‘Opponents are shooting arrows in the dark’
While talking to the media in Patna, Nitin Nabin said that the talks going on in social media and opposition camps regarding the name of the Chief Minister are mere speculations. He said, “The opposition has no issue, so they are telling fabricated stories of controversy. The coordination between BJP and JDU is perfect.” Nabeen stressed that the party’s central leadership and Bihar unit will together take the right decision at the right time, keeping the roadmap for the development of Bihar at the top.
Nitish Kumar’s resignation and journey to Rajya Sabha
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has recently resigned from the membership of Bihar Legislative Council after being elected to the Rajya Sabha. As per constitutional provisions, he can take oath as Rajya Sabha member on 10 April 2026. Although technically he can continue as Chief Minister for the next six months, there are speculations that he will step down soon after taking oath. Nitin Nabin also praised Nitish Kumar’s tenure and said that Bihar will always be indebted to him.
Everyone’s eyes are on these names
Even though Nitin Nabin is denying the controversy, names of many veterans are in discussion in the race for succession. in political circles Samrat Chaudhary (Deputy Chief Minister), Prem Kumar (Assembly Speaker) And Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi Brainstorming on names is going on. Some JDU leaders want to see ministers close to Nitish Kumar on this post, while BJP seems to be standing strongly in favor of making its own Chief Minister this time.
Tejashwi Yadav’s taunt: ‘BJP betrayed Nitish’
On the other hand, Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav has taken a dig at this whole stir. He said that Nitish Kumar himself has not resigned, but BJP has removed him from the way. Tejashwi claims that BJP now wants to adopt ‘Maharashtra model’ in Bihar. However, Nitin Nabin rejected these allegations outright and said that NDA’s aim is only to realize the dream of ‘Developed Bihar 2030’.
