Archive · 20 Jan 2026
JD(U) Hints at Bigger Role for Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s Son
Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is being talked about a lot in politics.
Some people in his father's party, JD(U), want him to join politics because they think he is smart and can help Bihar grow.
They say he can continue his father's work of making Bihar a better place.
Nishant has been seen showing interest in development activities in Bakhtiyarpur, where his father was born.
However, some people from other parties think there might be some problems within JD(U) about who will lead next.
Nishant has not yet decided if he will join politics.
JD(U) leaders express desire for Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant, to enter politics.
Nishant has shown interest in development activities in Bakhtiyarpur, Bihar.
Party leaders believe Nishant can carry forward Nitish Kumar's ideology of 'development with justice'.
Congress and RJD spokespersons allege internal power struggles within JD(U).
Nishant is yet to make a final decision about his political future.
- Who
- Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar
- What
- Speculation about his potential entry into politics
- When
- Recent reports and statements from JD(U) leaders
- Where
- Bakhtiyarpur, Bihar
- Why
- Party workers and leaders see him as a capable successor to Nitish Kumar
- Person
- Nishant Kumar
- Political Party
- JD(U)
- Location
- Bakhtiyarpur, Bihar
- Current Position
- Not in politics
- Key Supporter
- Sanjay Kumar Jha, Umesh Kushwaha
- Opposing View
- Asit Nath Tiwari, Ejya Yadav