Nitin Nabin's BJP Leadership Marks Shift in Bihar Political Dynamics

On 10 February 2026, Nitin Nabin assumed office as the National Working President of the BJP and made a notable appearance in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, accompanied by BJP leaders and greeted with chants. His elevation was praised by BJP and JDU members, though Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was absent during the event. Nabin's rise marks a shift in BJP's local leadership dynamics, potentially signaling increased influence over Bihar politics and raising concerns about the BJP overshadowing its coalition partner, JDU.