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JD-U Keeps Rajya Sabha Cards Close, Nitish Kumar's Son in Spotlight

With the nomination deadline looming, the JD-U has not announced its candidates for the Bihar Rajya Sabha polls, leaving political circles abuzz. Senior leader Vijay Kumar Choudhary stated that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, as the party's supreme leader, will make the final decision. There is strong speculation that Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, could be nominated, a move long advocated by party workers. Meanwhile, the BJP and its ally RLM have named their NDA candidates, while the Opposition RJD is set to announce its pick.

Key Points: JD-U Delays Rajya Sabha Candidate List, Nitish Kumar to Decide

  • JD-U delays candidate announcement
  • Speculation on Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar
  • Nitish Kumar may seek Rajya Sabha seat himself
  • BJP and RLM announce NDA candidates
  • RJD to announce candidate soon
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JD-U yet to reveal candidates for Bihar Rajya Sabha polls

Bihar's JD-U yet to name Rajya Sabha candidates. Speculation swirls around Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar or the CM himself for a national role.

"Nitish Kumar is the Chief Minister, and he will decide the name of the candidate. His decision will be final. - Vijay Kumar Choudhary"

Patna, March 4

With just a day left for filing nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections, the Janata Dal-United has not yet announced its candidates, fuelling speculation in political circles in Bihar.

Senior JD-U leader Vijay Kumar Choudhary, said in Patna on Wednesday evening that the names would be finalised on Thursday.

"Nitish Kumar is the (Bihar) Chief Minister, and he will decide the name of the candidate. His decision will be final. He is the supreme leader of JD-U, and we will accept his decision," Choudhary said while interacting with the media.

Responding to questions about Nishant Kumar formally joining the party, Choudhary indicated that discussions were at an advanced stage.

"All workers and leaders want Nishant Kumar to join the party. He is young and has good leadership skills. He is already associated with JD-U; it is just a technical formality for him to join officially," he said, urging patience for the final announcement.

Speculation is rife that Nishant Kumar, son of Nitish Kumar, could be nominated to the Rajya Sabha.

Party workers have long advocated his entry into active politics.

Political observers also suggest that if Nishant Kumar does not enter the Upper House, Nitish Kumar himself could seek a Rajya Sabha berth, potentially paving the way for a larger national role.

Some discussions even hint at Nishant Kumar being groomed for a leadership role in Bihar politics.

Elections are scheduled for five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar.

Within the NDA, the situation appears largely clear.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has already announced Nitin Nabin and Shivesh Kumar Ram as its candidates.

Meanwhile, Upendra Kushwaha of the Rashtriya Lok Morcha has been named as the NDA's fifth candidate.

The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), despite having 19 MLAs, has not secured a seat this time, reportedly causing some dissatisfaction within sections of the alliance.

On the Opposition side, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav is expected to announce his party's candidate on March 5.

- IANS

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Shreya B
This delay creates unnecessary confusion. The party should be more transparent with its workers and the public. It feels like a game of chess being played, not governance.
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Vikram M
The real story is LJP (Ram Vilas) being left out with 19 MLAs! That's a lot of seats. Chirag Paswan must be fuming. NDA's internal equations in Bihar are always so complicated.
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Ananya R
If Nitish Kumar himself goes to Rajya Sabha, it will be a big shift. Maybe he is eyeing a central ministry? But who will handle Bihar then? So many questions!
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David E
Watching from outside, the dynastic angle is interesting. Nishant Kumar being groomed for leadership is a familiar pattern in Indian politics, not just in Bihar. The party workers' advocacy seems orchestrated.
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Priya S
All this speculation while the common Bihari is worried about jobs and development. Ye sab rajniti humare liye kya laayi? Sometimes I feel these political dramas are just distractions.

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