In a major political development in Bihar, BJP Rajya Sabha MP and Bar Council of India Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra has openly stated that the next Chief Minister of the state should be from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This statement comes on the same day incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha, signalling a significant shift in the state’s leadership structure.
What Manan Kumar Mishra Said About CM Chair
Speaking to the media in Patna on Thursday, March 5, Manan Kumar Mishra expressed the growing sentiment within the party. He explicitly said, “I think the Chief Minister should be from the BJP itself.” While he acknowledged that the final decision lies with the top leadership of the NDA, his words reflect the mood of the party workers who want the BJP to lead the government directly instead of playing a supporting role.
Mishra’s comments are seen as a clear indication that the BJP is preparing to take the senior partner role in Bihar. The party rank-and-file believes that after years of coalition, it is time for a BJP leader to hold the top post.
Nitish Kumar Moves to Rajya Sabha
The political landscape in Patna changed rapidly after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar filed his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha by-polls. According to reports, moving to the Upper House has been a long-standing wish for the JD(U) leader. This move marks his likely exit from state-level politics to focus on a national role.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah was present in Patna to oversee these developments. His visit is linked to managing this transition smoothly. Reports suggest there is a mutual understanding between BJP and JD(U) regarding a succession plan, where the Chief Minister’s post might transition to a BJP leader, potentially from a Backward Class community.
