Nitish Kumar heads to Rajya Sabha - Who will be the next CM of Bihar?
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Summary
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is stepping down to join the Rajya Sabha, marking a historic transition in Bihar's political landscape. As speculation mounts about his successor, could this be the first time a BJP leader takes the helm as CM? Discover the implications of this pivotal shift.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Livemint - Policy & Politics
Published Thursday, 5 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right