Synopsis
Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, insists his father is in great health amid criticisms from Tejashwi Yadav. He urges Bihar residents to support Nitish in the upcoming elections while addressing political speculations regarding his potential entry into politics.Key Takeaways
- Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is reportedly in excellent health.
- Nishant Kumar appeals for support in the 2025 Assembly elections.
- Speculation exists about Nishant's political future.
- Critics, including Tejashwi Yadav, question Nitish Kumar's effectiveness.
- Political dynamics in Bihar are shifting as elections approach.
Patna Feb 22 (NationPress) In light of recent comments made by Tejashwi Yadav, the Rashtriya Janata Dal leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, regarding Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's health, Nishant Kumar, the Chief Minister's son, has confidently stated that his father is in superb health.
During a press interaction at Patna airport on Friday, Nishant Kumar remarked: "My father is 100 percent fit."
He also called upon the citizens of Bihar to back his father and vote for him again as Chief Minister in the forthcoming 2025 Assembly elections.
Nishant Kumar emphasized the welfare initiatives and advancements made under Nitish Kumar's administration since 2005.
This public affirmation of his father's health and leadership arrives amid increasing speculation about Nishant Kumar's possible political ambitions.
Such speculation gained momentum after his attendance at a public event in Bakhtiyarpur on January 17, where he sought support for his father's governance.
While some political figures, including former MP Anand Mohan, have shown enthusiasm for Nishant Kumar entering politics, others highlight a potential inconsistency, referencing Nitish Kumar's earlier critiques of dynastic politics.
Some leaders from the Janata Dal-United encourage Nishant's participation to carry on his father's legacy, while others, including party spokesperson Neeraj Kumar, have dismissed such speculations as unfounded.
Upon being asked about his possible political engagement, Nishant Kumar did not provide a clear response, perpetuating the ongoing curiosity regarding his future involvement.
Tejashwi Yadav has escalated his criticisms of CM Nitish Kumar, alleging that the latter is "mentally and physically exhausted" and that the state administration is being operated by retired officials.
The RJD leader has likened Nitish Kumar to an obsolete vehicle, asserting that just as cars over 15 years old face bans due to pollution issues, Nitish Kumar, after two decades in power, has become ineffective.
These occurrences highlight the vibrant political scene in Bihar, characterized by discussions on leadership efficiency and possible generational transitions within the state's political factions.
Such developments reflect a dynamic political atmosphere in Bihar, where conversations about leadership, succession, and party philosophies are at the forefront as the 2025 elections draw near.
