Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Nitish Kumar Refuses Cap at Madrasa Event, Sparks Debate
At a madrasa event in Bihar, the state's leader, Nitish Kumar, chose not to wear a traditional cap.
This action caused a stir, with videos of it quickly spreading online.
Some people supported Kumar, while others protested.
This event took place before the upcoming elections, and it is seen as a political move.
The leader's choice brought back memories of a past criticism against another leader, who had also refused to wear a cap.
Nitish Kumar declined to wear a cap offered to him at the Bihar State Madrasa Education Board event.
The incident has gone viral on social media.
Madrasa teachers protested at the event.
JDU MLC Khalid Anwar defended Kumar's action.
Kumar previously criticized Narendra Modi for a similar action in 2013.
- Who
- Nitish Kumar, Madrasa teachers, JDU MLC Khalid Anwar.
- What
- Nitish Kumar declined to wear a cap offered at an event.
- When
- During the Bihar State Madrasa Education Board event, before the Assembly elections.
- Where
- Bihar, at the Bihar State Madrasa Education Board event.
- Why
- Kumar's action has sparked controversy, and is viewed in a political context before upcoming elections.
Critics
Supporters
View on Kumar's action
Critics
Suggesting a sign of disrespect.
Supporters
N/A
- Event
- Bihar State Madrasa Education Board event
- Location
- Patna, Bihar
- Key Figure
- Nitish Kumar
- Action
- Declined to wear a cap
- Political Context
- Ahead of Bihar Assembly Elections
Sources
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