Nitish Kumar confirms Rajya Sabha bid in emotional note for Bihar voters
India Today
Barely four months after being sworn in for a record 10th term as Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination has set off intense speculation over who could succeed him in the top post.
In a message to the people of Bihar ahead of filing his nomination to the Rajya Sabha, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar thanked voters for their long-standing support, saying their trust had enabled him to serve the state for more than two decades.
Barely four months after being sworn in for a record 10th term as Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha bid has set off intense speculation over who could succeed him in the top post.
“For more than two decades, you have consistently placed your trust and support in me, and it is on the strength of that trust that we have served Bihar and all of you with complete dedication,” said in a post in Hindi on X.
Reflecting on his political journey, the Janata Dal (United) supremo said he had long nurtured the ambition of serving in all legislative forums.
“From the very beginning of my parliamentary journey, I have harboured a desire to become a member of both Houses of the Bihar Legislature as well as both Houses of Parliament. In keeping with that aspiration, I seek to become a Member of the Rajya Sabha in the elections taking place this time,” he said.
The veteran politician also sought to reassure supporters that his move would not weaken his commitment to the state.
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