Nitish Kumar to Resign as Bihar CM for Rajya Sabha Bid
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Nitish Kumar to Resign as Bihar CM for Rajya Sabha Bid
So a major political era is coming to an end in Patna. On Thursday, March 5, 2026, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced his bid for the Rajya Sabha. The goal of this move is to fulfill his lifelong wish to serve in all four legislative houses. In fact, he confirmed on social media that he will soon resign from his post as Chief Minister. Plus, he promised to guide the new government that will take over the state.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is Nitish Kumar moving to the Rajya Sabha?
So, he wants to complete his journey of serving in the Bihar Assembly, Bihar Council, Lok Sabha, and now the Rajya Sabha. Because of this, he feels his parliamentary career will finally be complete.
Who is the frontrunner for the Bihar CM post?
In fact, several BJP names are doing the rounds, but the party has not made an official choice. Additionally, the JDU is likely to keep a strong hold on the cabinet through the Deputy CM roles.
What happens to the JDU-BJP alliance now?
But the alliance remains intact for now. Consequently, Nitish Kumar has stated he will provide u201cfull cooperation and guidanceu201d to the incoming government.
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