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NDA Leaders Welcome Likely Cabinet Induction of Nitish Kumar's Son Nishant

NDA leaders have welcomed reports that Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is likely to join the state Cabinet. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi defended the move against dynasty politics allegations by citing Lalu Yadav's family members holding positions. JD-U leader Sanjay Gandhi noted that Nishant currently prefers to work in the party organization. The upcoming Cabinet expansion aims to balance caste, region, and experience across alliance partners.

Key Points: Nishant Kumar Likely to Join Bihar Cabinet; NDA Leaders React

  • NDA leaders welcome likely inclusion of Nishant Kumar into Bihar Cabinet
  • Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi defends move, citing Lalu Yadav's family
  • JD-U says Nishant wants to work in party organization for now
  • Cabinet expansion aims for caste balance, regional representation
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NDA leaders welcome likely inclusion of Nishant Kumar into Bihar Cabinet

NDA leaders welcome reports of Nishant Kumar, son of Nitish Kumar, joining the Bihar Cabinet. Union Ministers Jitan Ram Manjhi and Giriraj Singh react.

"It would be a good thing if he (Nishant Kumar) joins the Cabinet. This will be decided by Nitish Kumar and his party (JD-U). - Giriraj Singh"

New Delhi, May 6

Ahead of the Bihar Cabinet expansion on May 7, National Democratic Alliance leaders on Wednesday welcomed reports of former Bihar Chief Minister and JD-U supremo Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar joining the state Cabinet.

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi told reporters that, being a member of the NDA, he will welcome the move if Nishant Kumar is appointed as a Minister in the Bihar Cabinet.

Over allegations of dynasty politics, he said: "So many members of Lalu Yadav's family have been MLAs and Ministers."

Union Minister Giriraj Singh added that if the government wants to move towards development, it should have a team to do so.

"It would be a good thing if he (Nishant Kumar) joins the Cabinet. This will be decided by Nitish Kumar and his party (JD-U)," he told IANS.

JD-U leader Sanjay Gandhi said, "Everyone wants him (Nishant) to be included. But Nishant Kumar has said that for now, he wants to work in the party organisation."

"It will be a good thing if he is included in the Cabinet. The entire NDA will welcome him."

About the Cabinet expansion, JD-U national spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan asserted that the NDA received a huge public mandate to form the government in Bihar.

"The oath ceremony has been organised to express gratitude to the people. They will witness the formation of the government, which will work towards taking Nitish Kumar's legacy forward," he said.

LJP (Ram Vilas) MP Arun Bharti said: "This (Cabinet expansion) is the prerogative of the Chief Minister and our party President, Chirag Paswan. Whatever direction he gives will be acceptable to all of us. Rather than speculating on this, it is better to wait; everything will become clear tomorrow."

Meanwhile, Congress MP Tariq Anwar also congratulated Nishant Kumar over his likely induction into the Bihar Cabinet.

He said: "It is his and the party's (JD-U) decision. I extend my best wishes to him."

While Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has already taken the oath alongside Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav from the JD-U, the upcoming expansion will finalise the distribution of portfolios.

Sources indicate that the Cabinet expansion will focus on caste balance, regional representation, and inclusion of both experienced leaders and new faces across alliance partners, including JD(U), BJP, LJP (Ram Vilas), HAM(S), and Rashtriya Lok Morcha.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I understand the concerns about dynasty, Nishant Kumar has been working in the party organization for years. He might actually bring fresh energy. At least he's not just a celebrity son - he's been grassroots worker. Let's give him a chance, no?
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Vikram M
Jitan Ram Manjhi's logic is interesting - "So many members of Lalu's family have been MLAs and Ministers." That's like saying two wrongs make a right! We should expect better from NDA. Bring young talent from outside political families!
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Michael C
As someone outside India watching this: is this really the future of Bihar's politics? Father to son? India needs to break this cycle. Look at all those educated youth in Bihar - they deserve ministers who earned their position through work, not birth.
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Ananya R
I'm from Bihar and honestly, I'm tired of this Nitish-Lalu drama. Can we get some fresh faces who actually know what young people want? Unemployment, education, healthcare - that's what matters! Not which politician's son becomes minister. 😤
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Rohit P
Look at Giriraj Singh's comment - "team to move towards development." Let's hope Nishant Kumar actually brings fresh ideas and not just family legacy. The NDA needs young leaders who understand 21st century challenges. Fingers crossed! 🤞

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