Bihar – Senior political leader Nitish Kumar is set to resign as Bihar Chief Minister on April 8 or 9, according to reliable sources. This development is part of a carefully planned leadership transition that will see Kumar move to the Rajya Sabha after being formally elected to the Upper House on March 16.
Sources indicate that before taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member, Nitish Kumar will also resign from the Bihar Legislative Council. The timing of his resignation is being coordinated with the ruling coalition to ensure a smooth change in the state’s leadership.
New Chief Minister Likely After March 16
Following Kumar’s resignation, the process to select the next Chief Minister of Bihar is expected to begin after March 16. As part of the proposed arrangement within the ruling alliance, Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, is expected to be appointed Deputy Chief Minister, while Janata Dal (United) may nominate another Deputy Chief Minister alongside him.
The Bharatiya Janata Party is likely to retain the Home portfolio in the next government formation, sources added.
Rajya Sabha Nomination Sparks Leadership Transition Speculation
The move comes shortly after Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha from Bihar, which has fueled speculation about a leadership reshuffle in the state. His nomination received backing from the ruling coalition, including the Janata Dal (United) and its key ally, the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Also read : Nitish Kumar Launches Bihar Museum Tunnel Project to Connect Patna and Bihar Museums
With the coalition holding a comfortable majority in the state legislature, Kumar’s election to the Rajya Sabha is considered a formality, and this transition is seen as a strategic political move for the party in the coming years.
Significance of the Leadership Transition
The impending resignation of Nitish Kumar as Bihar CM marks a major political development in the state. The transition is designed to strengthen party leadership, bring in the next generation of leaders, and maintain stability in governance during this period of political reorganization.
Experts note that this planned exit to the Rajya Sabha will allow Kumar to continue influencing national politics while ensuring a stable handover of executive responsibilities in Bihar.