Nishant Kumar Set to Join JDU, Expected to Become Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister

Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is poised to join the Janata Dal (United) and is expected to be appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister. This development follows a meeting where party leaders reiterated their support for Nishant's political entry. As Bihar prepares for a significant political shift, reactions from party members highlight the emotional landscape surrounding Nitish Kumar's long-standing leadership. With a statewide tour planned, Nishant's entry into politics could reshape the future of governance in Bihar. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 6, 2026, 18:41 IST

Nishant Kumar's Political Entry

On Saturday, Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is anticipated to join the Janata Dal (United) and is likely to be appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar. This announcement was made by the party's acting president, Sanjay Kumar Jha, during a significant meeting held on Friday. This development comes just a day after Nitish Kumar submitted his nomination for the Rajya Sabha. Party workers and leaders have been consistently advocating for Nishant's entry into politics, and this demand was reiterated in the recent meeting, where it was emphasized that he would be the most suitable candidate to succeed his father.

Nishant's Statewide Tour

JDU leader Neeraj Kumar confirmed that Nishant Kumar will officially join the Janata Dal (United) on Saturday. Nishant has also decided to embark on a tour across the state. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has assured that there is no cause for concern, as he will continue to guide the legislators. He also stated that there have been no discussions regarding government formation. With Nitish Kumar's leadership, Bihar will witness the BJP's first Chief Minister. Sources indicated that Nishant is expected to be appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister.

Reactions to Nitish Kumar's Nomination

Bihar's minister, Leshi Singh, highlighted the emotional reactions of party workers following Nitish Kumar's nomination for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. She noted that Kumar has led the state for over 20 years, which has made party members uneasy about his decision. Singh remarked to reporters that Nitish Kumar has accomplished significant work in Bihar, establishing good governance, upholding the rule of law, and promoting women's empowerment, making it natural for party workers to feel uncomfortable with his choice.

Additionally, Singh mentioned that a meeting would take place at 5 PM to discuss any decisions made. Earlier, JDU MLA Binay Kumar Chaudhary expressed disappointment regarding Nitish Kumar's decision to contest the Rajya Sabha elections, stating that party leaders are saddened by this turn of events. Chaudhary conveyed to the media that they are upset and that he cannot comment further on the decision. These reactions emerged following a significant political event in Bihar, where Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.