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Exclusive Update: Amit Shah Meets Nitish Kumar Ahead of Rajya Sabha Nomination in Patna

In a major political development, Nitish Kumar arrived at his Patna residence to file his Rajya Sabha nomination, marking his first-ever entry into the upper house of Parliament. Bihar’s political landscape is witnessing a historic shift as Nitish, who has long led the state as Chief Minister, prepares to move to Delhi. Ahead of the nomination, Amit Shah, India’s Home Minister, arrived in Patna to meet Nitish Kumar. The meeting, attended by key NDA leaders including Nitin Nawin, Samrat Chaudhary, Vijay Sinha, and Mangal Pandey, signaled strong central support for the nomination process. Preparations at the Chief Minister’s residence and the Bihar Assembly were extensive, with security protocols and vehicle convoys in place. While JD(U) workers displayed visible disappointment at Nitish stepping down from the CM post, BJP leaders emphasized the historic nature of the transition. Nitish Kumar, who has served Bihar across multiple assemblies, stated that his Rajya Sabha nomination fulfills a long-held parliamentary ambition. Political analysts suggest this move may reshape Bihar’s leadership dynamics and influence future government formation, as Nitish’s presence in the state has been central to governance for over two decades. The nomination process is expected to commence shortly, with high-profile NDA leaders accompanying the veteran politician.

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