In a significant political statement, Union Minister and BJP MP Giriraj Singh from Begusarai asserted that Lalu Yadav has surrendered to Nitish Kumar, speculating that this move may be prompted by concerns that Nitish Kumar could join the BJP.
Singh highlighted Nitish Kumar's recent decision to dismiss RJD quota minister Chandrashekhar from the education department just before the Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing Nitish's perceived bargaining capacity. Singh suggested that Lalu Yadav's move indicated a shift in power dynamics, where Nitish Kumar appeared formidable, prompting political speculation.