Nitish Kumar resigns from MLC post; suspense continues on the next CM

In a significant political development in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has resigned from his position as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) just weeks after being elected to the Rajya Sabha. The resignation letter was formally submitted to the Bihar Legislative Council secretariat on Monday by Janata Dal United MLC Sanjay Gandhi.

The move marks an important shift in the state’s political landscape and has triggered widespread speculation regarding Nitish Kumar’s future political course. Senior cabinet minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary confirmed the development, indicating that the resignation forms part of a broader transition within the ruling leadership. According to party sources, the resignation from the Legislative Council could be a preparatory step ahead of further changes in the government structure. Reports suggest that Nitish Kumar may also step down from the post of Chief Minister in the coming days, though no official announcement has been made regarding such a decision.

The development has intensified political discussions across Bihar, with observers closely watching the next steps of the Janata Dal United leadership. As uncertainty grows, attention has shifted to how the party and its allies may reorganize the state’s leadership in the near future.