Mon Jan 27 04:25:21 UTC 2025: ## Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Misses Republic Day Reception, Postpones State Tour

**Patna, Bihar –** Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s absence from the Republic Day reception hosted by Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Sunday, January 26th, 2025, has sparked speculation. While Mr. Kumar attended the Republic Day parade earlier that morning, he did not attend the subsequent reception at Raj Bhavan, located near his residence. His absence also marked a break from tradition; he typically visits a ‘Mahadalit tola’ (a Dalit settlement) following the Republic Day celebrations.

A source close to the Chief Minister attributed his absence to illness, stating that he felt unwell after the parade. The source indicated that Mr. Kumar is expected to recover after a few days rest.

Further fueling speculation, the state government announced the postponement of the next leg of the Chief Minister’s ‘Pragati Yatra’ (progress journey), originally scheduled to begin on Monday, January 27th. The yatra will now commence on January 28th due to “unavoidable reasons.” The timing of both events has led to political buzz within the state.

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