Nitish Kumar Set to Lead JDU as President, Nishant Kumar to Play Key Role, Sanjay Jha Reveals
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Nitish Kumar Set to Lead JDU as National President, Son Nishant Kumar to Get Key Role
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News18•22-03-2026, 10:38
Nitish Kumar Set to Lead JDU as National President, Son Nishant Kumar to Get Key Role
•JDU National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha confirmed Nitish Kumar's unopposed election as party's national president, with an official announcement expected on March 24.
•Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, who formally joined JDU on March 8, is slated for significant responsibilities in both government and the party organization.
•Sanjay Jha hinted at Nishant Kumar's potential inclusion in the new Bihar government's cabinet, possibly as Deputy CM or Minister, citing his popularity among youth and education.
•With Nitish Kumar focusing on national politics after becoming Rajya Sabha MP and JDU president, Nishant is expected to strengthen the party at the state level.
•This leadership transition is seen as a 'next generation of leadership' within JDU, potentially reshaping Bihar politics and NDA's internal dynamics.
