Proposal to honor Nitish Kumar’s birthplace sparks debate in Patna

The call to rename Bakhteyarpur as Neetishpur has ignited discussion among political observers and local citizens. Suman asserted that the move is not a mere administrative exercise but a tribute to the sacrifices and achievements of Nitish Kumar, whose early years in the town shaped his public service outlook. He appealed to Chief Minister Chaudhary to consider the request seriously, noting that the gesture would echo the community’s respect for its most celebrated son.