Nishant Kumar Congratulates New Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary, Denies Discontent
Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has publicly congratulated Samrat Choudhary on his swearing-in as Bihar’s first BJP Chief Minister, dismissing recent speculation regarding internal discontent within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Nishant described Choudhary as an elder brother and affirmed his full support for the new BJP-led government, alongside the guidance of his father. Although rumors suggested Nishant was poised to become Deputy Chief Minister, he ultimately declined the role. Instead, JD(U) leaders Bijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Choudhary were sworn in as Deputy Chief Ministers. Sources indicate Nishant’s absence from the oath-taking ceremony stemmed from disagreements over the number of deputy positions or a strategic decision to focus on strengthening the Janata Dal (United) party organization rather than assuming immediate cabinet responsibility. Nishant emphasized his intent to carry forward his father’s two-decade legacy by connecting with the public and reinforcing the party’s grassroots presence, ensuring continued confidence among voters in Bihar.
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Nishant Kumar Congratulates New Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary, Denies Discontent
Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has publicly congratulated Samrat Choudhary on his swearing-in as Bihar’s first BJP Chief Minister, dismissing recent speculation regarding internal discontent within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Nishant described Choudhary as an elder brother and affirmed his full support for the new BJP-led government, alongside the guidance of his father. Although rumors suggested Nishant was poised to become Deputy Chief Minister, he ultimately declined the role. Instead, JD(U) leaders Bijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Choudhary were sworn in as Deputy Chief Ministers. Sources indicate Nishant’s absence from the oath-taking ceremony stemmed from disagreements over the number of deputy positions or a strategic decision to focus on strengthening the Janata Dal (United) party organization rather than assuming immediate cabinet responsibility. Nishant emphasized his intent to carry forward his father’s two-decade legacy by connecting with the public and reinforcing the party’s grassroots presence, ensuring continued confidence among voters in Bihar.
The Indian Express