The political landscape in Bihar is buzzing with intense speculation as the state moves toward a major leadership transition. On March 4, 2026, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) made a sensational claim, accusing the BJP of executing a "Silent Operation Lotus" to forcibly push Chief Minister Nitish Kumar out of the state and into the Rajya Sabha.While official confirmations are pending, the flurry of meetings at the CM's residence suggests that Bihar might be looking at a new Chief Minister by the end of this week.The RJD’s Allegation: "A Forced Exit"RJD’s state spokesperson, Shakti Singh Yadav, has alleged that Nitish Kumar is no longer a free agent in the NDA alliance.The "Conspiracy": RJD claims that the BJP has "surrounded" the Chief Minister and is pressuring him to take a Rajya Sabha seat to clear the path for a BJP Chief Minister in Bihar.The Narrative: According to the RJD, the BJP is trying to create a "false narrative" that Nitish Kumar is stepping down voluntarily, whereas they claim he is "helpless and trapped."High-Stakes Meetings in PatnaThe rumors gained momentum on Wednesday afternoon following a series of high-level meetings:CM Residence: Nitish Kumar held a closed-door meeting with top JDU leaders to discuss the party's future.Sanjay Jha’s Meeting: JDU Working President Sanjay Jha also hosted various leaders at his residence, further fueling the "transition" rumors.The Timeline: Reports suggest that Nitish Kumar might file his nomination for the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, March 5, which is the final deadline for the upcoming polls.Nishant Kumar’s Political DebutIn another major development, it is being reported that Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, will officially enter politics on March 5.He is expected to join the Janata Dal (United) and might be given a significant organizational role.This move is being seen as Nitish Kumar’s attempt to secure his political legacy as he prepares to transition to a national role in New Delhi.Who Will Be the Next CM?If Nitish Kumar moves to the Rajya Sabha, the focus shifts to his successor. While names like Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha are in the mix, there is talk of the BJP potentially taking the Chief Minister's post for the first time in Bihar's history, given their increased leverage in the current assembly.The next 24 hours are critical for Bihar. If the nomination papers are filed on Thursday morning, it will mark the end of an era for "Sushasan Babu" in the state and the beginning of a new chapter in the BJP-JDU partnership.
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