Nitish Kumar

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The Nitish Kumar Rollercoaster: From Kingmaker to Alliance Leader

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From endorsing PM Modi to bargaining for ministries, Nitish Kumar's political journey is full of twists and turns! #NitishKumar #PMModi #AllianceLeader

Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister of Bihar, has been making waves in the political arena with his strategic moves and alliances. Recently, along with Chandrababu Naidu, he urged PM Modi to expedite the government formation process. Despite endorsing Modi as their leader, Kumar's history of switching sides is well-known, with four instances of 'flip-flopping' in his political career. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav even highlighted Kumar's potential as a 'kingmaker' within the NDA.

As the Lok Sabha election results unfolded, Nitish Kumar found himself in the spotlight once again for his role in the alliance. Viral photos of Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav sitting separately on a flight to Delhi added fuel to speculations about Kumar's political future. With the BJP falling short of a majority, allies like Kumar and Naidu began dictating terms and bargaining hard for ministries in the new government.

Sources suggest that Nitish Kumar may stay in Delhi until Narendra Modi takes oath as PM, showcasing the critical role he plays in government formation. The NDA's election victory with 292 seats has solidified Kumar's position as a key player in the alliance dynamics. As the political drama unfolds, all eyes remain on Kumar's next move and the impact it will have on the new government.

In the midst of the political whirlwind, Nitish Kumar's ability to navigate alliances and influence government formations stands out. His journey from endorsing PM Modi to potentially shaping the new government reflects the complexity and unpredictability of Indian politics. As the dust settles, Kumar's decisions and alliances will continue to shape the political landscape in Bihar and beyond.

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'Jaldi kariye': Nitish Kumar, Chandrababu Naidu urge PM Modi to ... (Business Today)

The alliance partners unanimously endorsed Narendra Modi as their leader, with a proposal signed by 21 NDA members formalizing the decision.

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PM Modi gets written support from Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish ... (Business Standard)

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance, clinching an impressive 293 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, has paved its way to ...

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4 instances when Nitish Kumar 'flip-flopped' (The Indian Express)

The Bihar Chief Minister has a history of switching sides. A day after the Lok Sabha election results, he was spotted travelling to Delhi in the same flight ...

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"If He Is Kingmaker...": Tejashwi Yadav On Nitish Kumar's Role In NDA (NDTV)

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday said Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar should utilise his position as "kingmaker" in the NDA to ensure special status ...

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Modi gets written support from Nitish Kumar, Chandrababu Naidu; to ... (Livemint)

NDA allies pass resolution, unanimously elect Narendra Modi as their leader. Prime Minister Narendra Modi shows a victory sign while posing for a group ...

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Lok Sabha election results 2024: The many times when Nitish ... (Firstpost)

After the Election Commission released the results of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Janata Dal United JD(U) and Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar found ...

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Viral pics: Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav sit separately, then ... (India Today)

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav sat on the same flight to Delhi from Patna to attend their respective coalition meetings ...

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Narendra Modi government formation: Nitish gives jaldi kariye ... (Hindustan Times)

For the first time since Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister of India, the BJP will need their allies' support to form the government.

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What Price Must BJP Pay To Keep Kingmakers JDU, TDP On Board (NDTV)

A day after Lok Sabha election results defied exit polls and denied a clear majority to the incumbent BJP, its allies, and now kingmakers, JDU's Nitish ...

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'Aage aage dekhte rahiye': Tejashwi Yadav on sharing flight with ... (Livemint)

Speculations arise about Nitish Kumar's potential switch to INDIA bloc, however, JDU leaders dismissed the rumours.

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BJP Short Of Majority, Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar Dictate ... (NDTV)

With the BJP falling short of majority in Lok Sabha, its allies in NDA have started bargaining hard for plum ministries at the Centre.

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Nitish Kumar may stay in Delhi till Modi takes oath as PM: Sources (Business Today)

The NDA alliance elected Narendra Modi as its leader and will meet President Droupadi Murumu on June 7 to stake claim to form the government at the Center.

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Nitish Kumar may stay in Delhi till Narendra Modi takes oath as PM ... (India Today)

In the recently concluded Lok Sabha polls, the NDA was able to cross the majority mark with 292 seats, followed by the opposition-led INDIA bloc at 234.

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Nitish Kumar's two-word advice to Narendra Modi at NDA meeting ... (Livemint)

During the NDA meeting, JDU leader Nitish Kumar advised on forming the new government without any delay.

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