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JD(U) Distances from Tyagi's Bharat Ratna Pitch for Nitish Kumar

The Janata Dal (United) has officially distanced itself from senior leader K.C. Tyagi's demand that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar be awarded the Bharat Ratna. Party spokespersons clarified that Tyagi's statements are personal and do not reflect the JD(U)'s position, even casting doubt on his active status in the party. Tyagi had written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi making the case for the honour, comparing Nitish Kumar's legacy to past recipients. Meanwhile, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi publicly supported the idea, expressing confidence in PM Modi's decision-making.

Key Points: JD(U) Says Tyagi's Bharat Ratna Call for Nitish is Personal

  • JD(U) rejects Tyagi's Bharat Ratna demand
  • Remarks termed personal, not party's stance
  • Tyagi's party standing questioned
  • Union Minister Manjhi welcomes the idea
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Does not reflect party's stance: JD(U) distances itself from Tyagi's Bharat Ratna pitch for Nitish Kumar

JD(U) clarifies K.C. Tyagi's demand for Bharat Ratna for Nitish Kumar is his personal view, not the party's official stance. Get the latest details.

"These do not reflect the official party position or policies. - Rajeev Ranjan Prasad"

Patna, Jan 10

After Janata Dal leader K.C. Tyagi demanded that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar be awarded the Bharat Ratna, the party on Saturday clarified that the remarks were "purely personal" and do not reflect its official position.

JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad asserted that Tyagi's recent statements should not be linked to the party, underlining that even party leaders and workers are unsure whether Tyagi continues to be an active member of the organisation.

Speaking to IANS, Ranjan said, "Several statements by K.C. Tyagi have emerged recently. These do not reflect the official party position or policies. Therefore, his remarks should be regarded as given in a personal capacity. It is also important to note that even party leaders and workers are unaware of whether he is currently active in the party, reinforcing that his statements are purely personal."

Echoing a similar view, JD(U) Minister Ashok Choudhary also distanced the party from Tyagi's comments and said no formal decision had been taken on the issue.

Speaking to IANS, Choudhary said, "Regarding K.C. Tyagi's statements, these are his personal opinions and not related to the party's position. No decision has been taken by the party on this matter yet. When the party decides, it will inform the public."

K.C. Tyagi had recently written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the Bharat Ratna for JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar.

In his letter, Tyagi argued that just as Chaudhary Charan Singh and Karpoori Thakur were conferred with the country's highest civilian award last year, Nitish Kumar was equally deserving of the honour.

Tyagi has also courted controversy in recent weeks by issuing a statement in support of Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman, which did not align with the JD(U)'s official stand.

He had said that politics should not be mixed with sports and urged the BCCI to reconsider its decision directing Kolkata Knight Riders to drop Rahman from the IPL squad.

Meanwhile, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi welcomed the idea, saying it would be "wonderful" if Nitish Kumar were to be conferred with the Bharat Ratna.

In a post on X, Manjhi wrote, "Bharat Ratna Nitish Kumar Ji... How wonderful it would sound to hear these words, right? We are fully confident that the honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji, known for stunning everyone with his decisions, will once again leave everyone stunned by deciding to confer the Bharat Ratna on Bihar's honourable Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Ji... Bharat Ratna Nitish Kumar."

- IANS

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Priya S
Honestly, the way the party says they don't even know if Tyagi is an active member is a bit unprofessional. It shows internal confusion. If a senior leader is speaking out of turn, handle it internally. This public washing of hands doesn't inspire confidence in the party's discipline.
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Arjun K
Whether it's personal or party opinion, the question remains: does Nitish Kumar deserve it? Comparing him to Charan Singh and Karpoori Thakur is a stretch. His work on prohibition and women's safety is notable, but the Bharat Ratna should be for lifetime achievement of the highest order. Maybe not yet.
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Sarah B
As an observer of Indian politics, this is fascinating. The support from Union Minister Manjhi (from a different party!) is the real story here. It hints at broader political calculations and alliances. The Bharat Ratna has often been political. This pitch is part of that tradition.
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Vikram M
Tyagi seems to be in the news for all the wrong reasons lately. First the statement about the Bangladeshi cricketer, now this. Even if it's his personal view, it creates unnecessary controversy for JD(U). Leaders should think before they speak, especially on such prestigious national awards. 🤦‍♂️
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Nikhil C
From a Bihari perspective, Nitish Ji has brought some stability and development. Roads are better, law and order has improved. But Bharat Ratna? That's for legends like Sachin Tendulkar or Lata Mangeshkar. Let's not dilute the award's value by giving it for routine political work.

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