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Nitish Kumar son Nishant set to join Bihar cabinet tomorrow as swearing in nears
India
Published on 6 May 2026
Late-night pressure reportedly tipped Nishant toward office
Bihar is preparing for the swearing-in of Nishant Kumar, son of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on May 7 at Gandhi Maidan. Reports say JDU leaders and close associates persuaded Nishant late Tuesday, arguing it would boost the party’s electoral prospects. Nishant reportedly agreed, setting the stage for his induction into the expanded state cabinet.
- Nishant Kumar is expected to be sworn in on May 7
- The ceremony is planned at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan
- JDU leaders reportedly persuaded him late Tuesday
- Induction is linked to improving electoral prospects
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