Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is scheduled to resign from his position as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) on March 30, 2026. This announcement was made by JDU Executive President Sanjay Jha, who clarified that the move is a constitutional necessity following the Chief Minister election to the Rajya Sabha on March 16.
Why is Nitish Kumar resigning from the MLC seat?
Nitish Kumar was elected as a Rajya Sabha MP recently. According to constitutional rules, a member must resign from their state legislature seat within 14 days of being elected to a new house. As the 14-day period ends on March 30, he will officially submit his resignation from the state Legislative Council to ensure compliance with the dual membership rules of the Indian Constitution.
What is the future of the Chief Minister position?
Sanjay Jha clarified that while the MLC resignation is set for March 30, Nitish Kumar can continue to serve as the Chief Minister. A person can hold the CM office for up to six months without being a member of the state legislature. The party stated that a final decision regarding the leadership will be discussed in April after the Chief Minister completes his upcoming travel schedule.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Resignation Date | March 30, 2026 |
| Outgoing Position | MLC (Bihar Legislative Council) |
| Incoming Position | Rajya Sabha MP |
| Announcement By | Sanjay Jha (JDU) |
