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Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha Move Marks "End of an Era" in Bihar Politics

Lok Janshakti Party MP Arun Bharti welcomed Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to file a nomination for the Rajya Sabha, calling it the "end of an era and the beginning of another." The nomination was filed in Patna in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora noted that Kumar's move would bring a balance of "experience and energy" to Parliamentary democracy. Nitish Kumar, having just won his fifth term, is set to become a Rajya Sabha member as elections for 37 seats are scheduled for March 16.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar Files for Rajya Sabha, Bihar Politics Shift

  • Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination
  • Called "end of an era" by ally
  • Amit Shah present at filing
  • Balance of experience & energy in Parliament
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"Nitish Kumar's decision is the end of era and beginning of another": Arun Bharti

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination, hailed as end of an era. Amit Shah present. MP Arun Bharti & Milind Deora react.

"Nitish Kumar's decision is the end of era and beginning of another": Arun Bharti
"This decision of Nitish Kumar... is the end of an era and the beginning of another. - Arun Bharti"

Patna, March 5

Lok Janshakti Party MP Arun Bharti on Thursday welcomed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to file a nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections, calling it the "beginning of a new era."

Speaking with the media, Bharti lauded Kumar for bringing Bihar out of "Jungle Raj" and said that the party supports his decision.

"Nitish Kumar has expressed his wish to be a part of the Rajya Sabha, and all party members have supported him for his new journey. This decision of Nitish Kumar, who brought Bihar out of Jungle Raj, is the end of an era and the beginning of another. We extend our best wishes to him," he said.

The reactions come as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha in Patna in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Additionally, Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora said that the participation of Kumar in the Parliamentary democracy will ensure a balance between "experience and energy." He welcomed Kumar's decision and the upcoming changes in the Bihar politics.

"Nitish Kumar is a very senior leader of the NDA. If JD(U) and BJP decided together to send Nitish Kumar to the Rajya Sabha, I welcome whatever changes take place in the state govt of Bihar...We are MPs of the younger generation. Besides us, senior leaders like Nitish ji, Deve Gowda ji will also be there. So, this balance between experience and energy is good for our Parliamentary democracy," he said.

Nitish Kumar won his fifth election in 2025 as the NDA secured two-third majority in Bihar and took oath for the 10th time, becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of the state.

The polling for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to fill the 37 seats across 10 states is scheduled to take place on March 16, with the counting of votes on the same day at 5 pm.

According to the press note, the term of 37 members who were elected from Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana will conclude in the month of April, vacating the seats for new members to be elected.

The notification will be issued on February 26, commencing the election process. The last date of nominations is March 5, followed by scrutiny on March 6. The candidates can withdraw their nominations till March 9.

- ANI

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Shreya B
"End of an era" is right. Love him or hate him, you can't ignore his impact. The roads and law & order did improve from the so-called Jungle Raj days. Wishing him well for his Rajya Sabha term. Hope he contributes meaningfully.
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Aman W
With all due respect to the senior leader, I feel this is more about political management by the central leadership than anything else. The focus should remain on Bihar's progress, regardless of who is in the Rajya Sabha.
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Priyanka N
Milind Deora made a good point about balance between experience and energy. Parliament needs seasoned voices. But I also hope this brings fresh, younger leadership to the forefront in Bihar. Time for new ideas!
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David E
Interesting political development to follow from overseas. Nitish Kumar's longevity is remarkable. Hope this transition brings stability and continued focus on governance in Bihar.
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Vikram M
Tenth time as CM! That's a record. Rajya Sabha is a good retirement plan for such veterans. But let's be honest, the real test is who takes charge in Patna now and whether they can build on whatever good was done.

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