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Nitish Kumar

Nitish Kumar

Height: 1.73m DOB: 1 March 1951

Nitish Kumar is the Chief Minister of Bihar. He also served as a minister in the Union Government and belongs to the Janata Dal (United) political party. Owning responsibility for his party's poor performance in the 2014 general elections, on 17 May 2014, he resigned. However, in February 2015, he returned to office following a political crisis in the state. In November 2015, he won the state elections. On 10 April 2016, Nitish Kumar was elected as the national president of his party. On 26 July 2017, he resigned again as Chief Minister of Bihar over differences with the coalition partner RJD. Naming of Tejaswi Yadav (the deputy CM and Lalu Yadav's son) in an FIR by the CBI was the main cause of Kumar’s resignation. However, within hours, he joined the NDA coalition and secured a majority in the assembly. The very next day, he was CM, again. He belongs to a socialist class of politicians and learnt the lessons of politics from stalwarts like Jayaprakash Narayan and Ram Manohar Lohia. Between 1974 and 1977, he participated in Narayan's movement. Early life: Nitish Kumar was born in Harnaut, Nalanda district of Bihar. From Bihar College of Engineering, he got a degree in mechanical engineering in 1972. After graduation, he joined the Bihar State Electricity Board and later moved into politics.

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Nitish Kumar tries to touch PM Modi's feet again in

Nitish Kumar tries to touch PM Modi's feet again in Darbhanga rally | VIDEO

Nov 13, 2024, 02:21 PM IST

Nitish Kumar, who came back into the NDA alliance just before the Lok Sabha elections, has been showing unwavering support to the PM in all public forums.

Chhath Puja in Patna

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO

Nov 07, 2024, 04:56 PM IST

Chhath Puja celebrations in Patna: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, BJP’s JP Nadda, and RJD’s Lalu Yadav joined devotees at Ganga Ghats.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

Bihar govt announces 'Direct Recruitment Rules' for youth towards sports in state, check details

Nov 04, 2024, 05:31 PM IST

Recently, 71 players have been given jobs under this regulation in which 2 have been given the job of officials including Child Development Project Officer and Block Panchayati Raj Officer.

Chhath Puja 2024, Chhath Puja, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Bihar Chief Minister inspects ghat

Chhath Puja 2024: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects ghats, reviews preparations in Patna

Nov 02, 2024, 11:54 PM IST

Chhath Puja 2024, celebrated on November 7 (Thursday), is a vibrant festival dedicated to the Sun God and his consort, Chhathi Maiya.

Patna metro tunnel construction

Two dead, eight injured in Patna metro tunnel construction accident

Oct 29, 2024, 08:14 AM IST

Local authorities and construction officials are investigating to determine what led to the accident. Safety protocols and project management at the site are now under scrutiny to prevent future incidents.

Nitish Kumar and PM Narendra Modi

Nitish Kumar advocates for Modi’s fourth term as Prime Minister at NDA meeting: Sources

Oct 28, 2024, 07:34 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised Prime Minister Modi's support for the state at an NDA meeting, urging party members to secure his fourth term while reflecting on past coalition challenges.

Bihar assembly elections

CM Nitish convenes NDA meeting to ensure better coordination for Bihar assembly elections

Oct 28, 2024, 03:20 PM IST

The assembly elections in Bihar are scheduled for the next year. In 2020, the BJP won 72 seats, while the RJD emerged as the single largest party with 75 seats. Nitish's JDU won 43 seats.

Bihar News

Bihar CM thanks PM Modi for sanctioning crucial railway project connecting Ayodhya & Sitamarhi

Oct 25, 2024, 08:23 AM IST

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expressed gratitude to PM Modi after the Union Cabinet approved the doubling of key rail sections to enhance connectivity for pilgrims traveling between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

Ganderbal terror attack: Nitish Kumar condoles demise of labourers, announces ex-gratia

Oct 21, 2024, 03:00 PM IST

Seven persons including a local doctor and six non-local labourers were killed while five others sustained injuries in a terror attack at an under-construction tunnel at Gund in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir.

People being treated after the consumption of suspected

Bihar: 20 people dead due to consumption of spurious liquor in Siwan, Opposition slams Nitish Kumar

Oct 17, 2024, 01:50 PM IST

20 people have died after consuming spurious liquor in Siwan, the police said on Thursday. RJD slammed Nitish Kumar government, holding him responsible for the deaths.

Jayaprakash Narayan Akhikesh Yadav

JPNIC row: Akhilesh Yadav urges Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to quit BJP-led NDA, JDU reacts sharply

Oct 11, 2024, 03:49 PM IST

In a dramatic display of political dissent, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav breached police barricades to pay tribute to Jayaprakash Narayan, urging Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to withdraw from the NDA.

Ashok Chaudhary appointed as JDU's general secretary

Ashok Chaudhary, Bihar minister, appointed as JDU's general secretary by Nitish Kumar

Sep 26, 2024, 01:44 PM IST

This development comes a few months ahead of the upcoming state Assembly elections in Bihar. The Assemble elections are scheduled for early next month in the state.

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Bihar: 8 minors, including 7 girls, drown in ponds during 'Jivitputrika' festival

Sep 25, 2024, 11:26 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep condolences on the death of children due to drowning during the holy bath in Aurangabad district.

PM Modi with NDA leaders

NDA leaders, including Nitish, Naidu hail PM Modi for 'successful' and 'substantial' visit to US

India | Sep 24, 2024, 07:31 PM IST

PM Modi arrived in the US on Friday and he attended the Quad Leaders’ meeting in Wilmington, Delaware. In a rare gesture, US President Joe Biden also hosted PM Modi for a bilateral meeting in his home.

Ashok Chaudhary (Centre)

After facing flak over social media remarks, JDU leader Ashok Chaudhary meets CM Nitish Kumar

Sep 24, 2024, 02:36 PM IST

Earlier he also threatened Bhumihar leaders, saying they would not get tickets in next year's Assembly polls. His remarks went viral on social media.

Schools to remain closed in Patna till September 26

76 schools in Patna to remain shut till THIS date as Ganga continues to flow above danger mark

Education | Sep 24, 2024, 08:08 AM IST

The Ganga River is flowing above the danger level in Bihar's capital Patna. The flood-like situation has prompted the district administration to extend the closure of schools till September 26.

Bihar News

Bihar: Nitish Kumar writes to PM Modi, proposes to boost road, rail connectivity to Punaura Dham

Sep 22, 2024, 08:56 PM IST

In his letter, the Bihar Chief Ministers requested PM Modi for the early completion of the Ram Janaki Marg and the introduction of a Vande Bharat train between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi to improve connectivity for devotees travelling to Punaura Dham, the birthplace of Goddess Sita.

Bihar floods

Nearly 10 lakh people hit as flood-like situation engulfs Bihar, CM Nitish visits affected areas

Sep 21, 2024, 09:11 PM IST

The water level in all the five major rivers in Bihar is rising due to which flood-like situations have developed in almost 12 districts. CM Nitish Kumar has directed officials to remain alert. He also visited relief camps and assured the affected people of all possible assistance.

Rahul Gandhi Tejashwi Yadav Nawada Houses of Mahadalits set ablaze

Houses of Mahadalits set ablaze in Nawada: Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav question silence of PM Modi

Sep 19, 2024, 04:06 PM IST

Mahadalit houses set ablaze in Bihar’s Nawada district, triggering sharp reactions from Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav. They questioned PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar's silence over the incident. Ten suspects were arrested.

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Arvind Kejriwal resignation: List of chief ministers who resigned mid-term in the last few years

Sep 17, 2024, 03:43 PM IST

Kejriwal will meet Lt Governor VK Saxena at Raj Niwas at 4.30 pm to tender his resignation as chief minister, paving the way for Atishi's appointment as his successor.