Nitish Kumar Engages with NDA Candidate Neeraj Kumar Ahead of Bihar Council Elections

Patna, October 22 (Daily Kiran) : Political activities are intensifying in Bihar as the state prepares for voting on eight legislative council seats this Friday. Nitish Kumar, the national president of the Janata Dal (United) and former Chief Minister of Bihar, has been notably active. On Thursday, he visited the residence of Neeraj Kumar, the NDA candidate and a senior JD(U) leader from the Patna graduate constituency, to check on his health and wish him a swift recovery.

Neeraj Kumar had recently fallen ill and was admitted to Jay Prabha Medanta Super Specialty Hospital in Patna. After receiving treatment, he was discharged on Wednesday and is currently recuperating at home. During his visit, Nitish Kumar, accompanied by JD(U) legislator Lalan Sarraf, inquired about Neeraj Kumar’s health and extended his best wishes for a quick recovery, as well as for the upcoming elections.

This meeting is considered significant, especially as it occurs just before the elections. The JD(U) has highlighted that the visit was primarily to check on Neeraj Kumar’s health and to convey good wishes for the elections. With voting set for Friday, the involvement of senior party leaders has ramped up, reflecting the competitive nature of the Patna graduate constituency race. The Jan Suraj party has nominated Anuj Singh as their candidate, with JD(U) MLA Anant Singh actively campaigning for him.

Additionally, Nitish Kumar visited the JD(U) office in Patna, where he met with party workers and checked on their well-being. This engagement is seen as crucial for party organization, showcasing Kumar’s efforts to connect with senior leaders and party members ahead of the elections. All eyes are now on the voting scheduled for Friday and the subsequent election results.