JDU Loud on Speaker, BJP Seeks Same ‘Leverage’ Nitish Wants to Retain
Patna, Bihar: Before the Bihar assembly elections, slogans of Nitish Kumar’s return echoed across 25–30 constituencies. Now, after the resounding NDA victory, a subtle but significant power struggle has emerged within the alliance. Observers say both JDU and BJP are seeking guarantees and leverage beyond mere trust.
Post-Election Tug of War
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections delivered a bumper win for NDA, but the victory is accompanied by an internal tussle. The current debate is not about seniority but equality in authority—specifically, who will hold the Deputy Chief Minister posts and which party will control the Speaker’s chair. Analysts note that whether this demand is solely from JDU or includes Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s insistence remains unclear. Resolving this requires a...










