Nitish Kumar Expected to Resign as Bihar Chief Minister on April 13; Son Nishant Could Be Appointed as One of Two Deputy Chief Ministers for JD(U)

After Nitish Kumars resignation, a new Chief Minister for the state is expected to be appointed during the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) legislators meeting. The coalition plans to formally stake its claim to the Governor’s office prior to the oath-taking ceremony, which is scheduled for April 15. In a related development, leaders from the opposition parties are set to convene on April 12 to discuss their strategies in response to the political shift.

In the context of Bihar’s political landscape, Kumars resignation marks a significant change after his long tenure in office, during which he has been a pivotal figure in the NDA coalition. His departure raises questions about the stability of the government and the future direction of the states administration.

The upcoming NDA legislators meeting will be crucial in determining the successor and outlining the government’s priorities moving forward. The oppositions meeting may indicate their plans for countering the NDAs moves, especially as the state approaches its next electoral cycle.