Nitish Kumar Submits Rajya Sabha Nomination, Ends Tenure as Bihar CM
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar filed his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha on March 5, 2026, alongside Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This move is perceived as a signal of his impending departure from the chief ministerial position after a 20-year tenure. Despite facing resistance from family and party members, Kumar confirmed his decision via social media, expressing a long-held desire to serve in both Houses of Parliament. His decision has sparked protests within the JD(U), with party workers accusing the BJP of orchestrating a conspiracy. Discussions about potential successors for the chief minister role have begun within the NDA, with speculation about Kumar's son, Nishant, potentially taking on a significant political role. The five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar are set to become vacant on April 9.
Published 1 day ago • 05 Mar 2026, 04:57 PM IST