Jan Suraaj architect Prashant Kishor launched a sharp verbal attack on the Bihar government during his visit to Gaya on March 12, 2026. While holding a high-level meeting with party workers at a private hotel, he claimed that the state administration is being operated by a remote control from Gujarat. Kishor also raised questions regarding the ongoing Samridhi Yatra and the transition of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to central politics.
What are the main allegations made by Prashant Kishor?
Prashant Kishor stated that despite the assembly election results, the authority of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is being intentionally reduced. He alleged that the decision to send Nitish Kumar to the Rajya Sabha is a pre-planned strategy. According to him, this move is designed to allow leaders sitting in Gujarat to directly influence and run Bihar.
Kishor further expressed doubts regarding the mental and physical health of the Chief Minister. He stated that Nitish Kumar is no longer fit to lead the state administration effectively. He completely dismissed the ongoing Samridhi Yatra, calling it a mere political facade rather than a genuine development tour.
What is the official schedule and data of the Samridhi Yatra?
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is currently completing the third phase of his Samridhi Yatra, which is scheduled from March 10 to March 14, 2026. The official purpose of this tour is to conduct a ground-level assessment of government schemes and interact with the public. Cabinet Secretariat ACS Arvind Kumar Chaudhary issued the schedule, confirming upcoming visits to Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Saharsa, and Sheikhpura.
On March 12, the Chief Minister visited Katihar and Purnia to review development projects. During these district visits, he laid the foundation stones and inaugurated multiple public welfare schemes.
| District Visited | Date | Total Value of Projects |
|---|---|---|
| Katihar | March 12, 2026 | ₹410 crore |
| Purnia | March 12, 2026 | ₹485 crore |
Why is the Rajya Sabha nomination causing a political shift?
The political discourse in Bihar has changed significantly since Nitish Kumar filed his Rajya Sabha nomination on March 5, 2026. This step indicates a major leadership transition in the state. The administration maintains that the Samridhi Yatra is a final public interaction and project review before the Chief Minister moves to his new role.
However, the opposition is using this transition to build a narrative around external influence. Jan Suraaj is actively positioning itself as the primary opposition to this alleged remote-controlled governance model, aiming to gather public support ahead of future political developments.
