Archive · 10 Nov 2025
Dharmendra Pradhan Defends Nitish Kumar's Leadership Against 'Mercurial' Label
Some people have called Nitish Kumar, the leader of Bihar, a 'mercurial' politician because he has changed political parties before.
But a high-ranking politician from his current team, Dharmendra Pradhan, says this is unfair.
He explained that Nitish Kumar is actually a very mature and steady leader who has his own ideas, and his team respects that.
Pradhan also said that Nitish Kumar is healthy and active.
He believes that when Nitish Kumar and his partners in the NDA team work together, it's a sure way to make Bihar better.
He also pointed out that the other political groups haven't clearly picked a leader, unlike the NDA.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that calling Nitish Kumar 'mercurial' is an injustice, describing him as a mature and firm-minded leader.
Pradhan defended Nitish Kumar's independent opinions and stated that the NDA respects them.
He asserted that the current NDA alliance, including Nitish Kumar and other partners, is a '100% guaranteed formula' for Bihar's development.
Pradhan questioned the opposition's lack of a clearly declared Chief Ministerial candidate, contrasting it with the NDA's selection of Nitish Kumar.
The NDA's alliance is described by Pradhan as a social alliance, not just a political one.
- Who
- Dharmendra Pradhan (Union Minister and BJP Bihar Election In-charge)
- What
- Dharmendra Pradhan defended Nitish Kumar against the label 'mercurial', asserting his maturity and firm-mindedness, and emphasized the NDA alliance as a guaranteed formula for Bihar's development.
- When
- Ahead of the second phase of Bihar assembly elections.
- Where
- Bihar
- Why
- To counter opposition narratives about Nitish Kumar's leadership and fitness, and to project a united and strong NDA front for Bihar's development.
Opposition's Viewpoint
NDA's Defense
Nitish Kumar's Leadership Style
Opposition's Viewpoint
The opposition has previously characterized Nitish Kumar as 'mercurial' due to his shifting political alliances.
NDA's Defense
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that labeling Nitish Kumar as 'mercurial' is an injustice, describing him as mature, firm-minded, and possessing an independent opinion that the NDA respects.
Nitish Kumar's Health and Fitness
Opposition's Viewpoint
Questions have been raised about Nitish Kumar's fitness and ability to lead, especially considering his age and political history.
NDA's Defense
Dharmendra Pradhan refuted any concerns about Nitish Kumar's health, emphasizing his fitness and active engagement, and stated that age is not a factor in assessing his capability.
Opposition's Leadership Clarity
Opposition's Viewpoint
The opposition alliance has not clearly declared a Chief Ministerial candidate, leading to potential confusion.
NDA's Defense
Pradhan highlighted the NDA's clear choice of Nitish Kumar as their Chief Ministerial face, contrasting it with the opposition's lack of a declared leader.
- Bihar Chief Minister Face
- Nitish Kumar (NDA)
- Key NDA Leaders Mentioned
- Dharmendra Pradhan, Nitish Kumar, Chirag Paswan, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Upendra Kushwaha
- Key Opposition Leaders Mentioned
- Tejashwi Yadav (implied), Rahul Gandhi (implied), Priyanka Gandhi (implied)
- Pradhan's Stance on Kumar's Leadership
- Mature, firm-minded, independent opinion respected
- NDA Formula for Bihar's Development
- 100% guaranteed
Sources
'25 se 30, phir se Nitish': If NDA wins will Nitish be CM?
Who Said Nitish Kumar Is Ill?
'No Confusion Over Nitish Kumar As NDA’s Chief Ministerial Face In Bihar,' Says Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
