In a swift move to quash rumors, Bihar’s Rural Development Minister Ashok Chaudhary has officially disclosed the birth date of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, amid his rising political prominence.
The 44-year-old Nishant, born on July 20, 1981, has been the subject of intense speculation. Media reports and political chatter had inflated his age to around 50, prompting Chaudhary’s public correction via social media.
“I request all media colleagues to use Nishant Kumar’s correct date of birth: July 20, 1981, and his age as 44 years henceforth,” the minister posted on X, highlighting erroneous publications that needed rectification.
This comes as Nitish Kumar eyes a Rajya Sabha seat, opening doors for Nishant’s active involvement in Bihar politics. Party loyalists are already pushing for his elevation to Chief Minister, a demand that erupted vociferously during a recent rally in Begusarai.
Nishant’s impending Bihar tour underscores his growing role within JD(U). As the son of a veteran leader who has navigated multiple alliances, he carries the weight of expectations in a state hungry for fresh leadership.
Chaudhary’s statement serves as both a factual anchor and a strategic endorsement. With government formation discussions underway, Nishant’s clarified profile could bolster his candidacy. Bihar’s political landscape, ever volatile, now turns its gaze to this emerging figure.