'Nishant is Out of Touch': Tej Pratap Critiques Nitish Kumar's Son
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Synopsis
On January 17, RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav criticized Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar Chief Minister, for his lack of awareness regarding state issues. Tej emphasized the importance of understanding local realities as both parties gear up for the assembly elections.
Key Takeaways
- Tej Pratap Yadav criticized Nishant Kumar for lacking awareness of Bihar's challenges.
- Nishant Kumar made a political appeal urging voters to support his father.
- The upcoming Bihar assembly elections are intensifying political rivalries.
- Nitish Kumar commemorated freedom fighters at a state event.
- Nishant's statement hints at his potential political aspirations.
Patna, Jan 17 (NationPress) RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav on Friday criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nishant Kumar’s son after his appeal to voters to support his father in the upcoming Assembly elections, stating that he lacks insight into the ground reality of the state.
“Nishant has no grasp of the state. He does not understand the ground reality,” said Tej Pratap.
When questioned by reporters about whether he would accept Nishant Kumar into the political arena, Tej Pratap took a more diplomatic stance, expressing, “If a young individual is advancing in politics, there should be no issue.”
Tej Pratap’s remarks come amid escalating political tensions between the RJD and JD-U as both factions gear up for the forthcoming Bihar assembly elections.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, drew attention on Friday with a notable comment in Bakhtiyarpur, Patna.
Nishant called upon the public to cast their votes for his father and the JD-U.
Speaking to journalists, Nishant Kumar emphasized the development initiatives undertaken by Nitish Kumar during his time as Chief Minister.
"My father has accomplished significant work for Bihar's development. Citizens should support him and his party JDU," Nishant remarked.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited his ancestral home in Bakhtiyarpur to pay tribute to his late father, freedom fighter Ram Lakhan Singh Vaidya, alongside four other freedom fighters: Shaheed Mogal Singh, Pandit Sheelbhadra Yaji, Shaheed Nathun Singh Yadav, and Dumer Singh.
The Bihar government hosted a state ceremony to honor these freedom fighters. Nitish Kumar adorned their statues with garlands during the event as a gesture of respect, highlighting the state's dedication to acknowledging its historical figures.
Nishant Kumar, who accompanied his father at the event, surprised many by addressing the media and making an explicit political appeal to voters. His remarks have sparked renewed speculation about his possible entry into active politics.
