Bihar’s Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, is known for his political agility and his ability to sway voters, particularly the powerful Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs). Despite his recent string of gaffes and a dwindling party base, his political influence remains significant, raising questions about his future and the JD(U)’s direction. As the party struggles to find a successor, Kumar’s decisions and the upcoming Assembly elections will be crucial for the state’s political landscape.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has claimed that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi may fall anytime. He stated that the government was formed by mistake and has a minority. However, his remarks were met with criticism from JD(U) leader KC Tyagi and Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Ramdas Athawale, who asserted that the NDA has a clear majority in Lok Sabha. Kharge’s statement follows his earlier assertion that the INDIA bloc, an alliance of opposition parties, would take steps to realize the people’s desire not to be ruled by the BJP government.
The Janata Dal (United) (JDU) has pledged its support to the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA government. However, the party has raised concerns about the Agnipath scheme, calling for a detailed discussion to address its shortcomings. The JDU’s K.C. Tyagi also commented on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and caste census, while advocating for special status for Bihar.
A major shakeup in the Indian bureaucracy is expected as the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Janata Dal United (JDU) emerge as key players in government formation. Bureaucrats from Andhra Pradesh and Bihar cadres may receive prominent postings, reflecting the influence of these parties in the new alliance government. This follows a common practice where ruling party leaders often bring along trusted officers who have served closely with them.
A Janata Dal (United) youth activist, Sourabh Kumar, was fatally shot and his friend Munmun sustained severe injuries after unidentified assailants opened fire at them in rural Patna late on Wednesday. The incident occurred as the duo were returning home after attending a wedding function. Kumar was pronounced dead on arrival at a private hospital, while Munmun remains in critical condition from three bullet wounds.
A youth leader from Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal United (JDU) was shot dead late last night in Patna, Bihar. The incident occurred as Saurabh Kumar was returning from a function, accompanied by Munmun. Four men on bikes opened fire at the duo, shooting Saurabh twice in the head and Munmun thrice. Saurabh was declared dead at the hospital, while Munmun remains in serious condition. The Patna Police have launched an investigation, and angry locals have blocked a road in protest.
