Bihar CM Nitish Kumar steps down from legislative council post, awaits formal acceptance

In a sudden move, Nitish Kumar steps down as MLC, with his resignation submitted through party leaders and awaiting formal approval from the Bihar Legislative Council chairman.

Nitish Kumar recently submitted his resignation from his MLC seat. He had recently won election to the Rajya Sabha; hence constitutionally he was required to resign from one of the two positions.

Reports Claim Nitish Kumar’s MLC Resignation Marks Beginning Of The End In Bihar

The senior politician had opted to vacate his seat in the Legislative Council. As expected, the resignation will take him from state politics to national politics. Reports claim that Kumar’s move may also mark his exit from the Chief Minister’s chair as well.

Nitish Kumar Steps Down From MLC Position

According to news reports, the resignation marks the beginning of the end of Nitish Kumar’s two-decade-long rule in Bihar politics. Confirmed reports if Kumar stepping down as Chief Minister of Bihar are still unknown. But political mud-slinging has already begun in the state.

Who Could Replace Nitish Kumar As CM?

Political circles are abuzz with who could replace Nitish Kumar as the Chief Minister. Samrat Choudhary’s name has been tipped quite a few times now. He has been tipped to be the new face of Bihar and his stock in the BJP is only rising.

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Nitin Nabin’s name has also been the subject of conjecture. He is also tipped to be on board with changes to the current set up.

BJP-JDU Relations Tested Yet Again?

Nitish Kumar’s decision to step down from his post will also test ties between the BJP and JD(U). Reports claim that the BJP wants to finally occupy the throne in the Bihar government.

This has not occurred since Kumar took the mantle as NDA’s Bihar face back in 2005. But wait! All decisions will be made once talks between alliance partners conclude.

Wait on For Kumar’s Next Move

Post resignation as MLC, Nitish Kumar will still be able to serve as Chief Minister for some time. He will not technically have to step down from his position as CM post resignation. But will he?

Conclusion

As succession talk for Nitish Kumar heat up in the coming days, one can only speculate what his next move will be. Will Samrat Choudhary be his pick to take over as CM? Only time will tell.

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