Thu Apr 10 14:53:44 UTC 2025: ## Bihar BJP Leader Wishes Nitish Kumar Deputy Prime Minister

**Patna, Bihar –** A senior BJP leader in Bihar, Ashwini Kumar Choubey, has publicly expressed his desire to see Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appointed as India’s Deputy Prime Minister. Choubey cited Kumar’s significant contributions to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) as justification for his “personal wish.” This statement, made on Thursday, April 10, 2025, comes ahead of Bihar’s upcoming Assembly elections in October-November.

Choubey, a former Union Minister and long-time BJP member, highlighted Kumar’s role in strengthening the NDA coalition at both the state and national levels. He believes such an appointment would be a significant achievement for Bihar. However, his statement has sparked mixed reactions.

While some within the BJP downplayed Choubey’s remarks, stating that any such decision rests solely with the party leadership, opposition parties responded with skepticism and ridicule. The RJD questioned why Kumar shouldn’t aspire to the Prime Minister’s position instead, while the Congress offered similarly dismissive responses.

The timing of Choubey’s statement is noteworthy, given the ongoing preparations for the Bihar Assembly elections. The BJP and JD(U) are key partners in the NDA coalition, and the BJP has repeatedly affirmed that Kumar will lead the alliance’s campaign. Despite this, the power dynamics within the coalition are evident, with the BJP holding a clear ministerial majority in the current Bihar cabinet. The BJP’s ambitious prediction of winning 225 out of 243 Assembly seats has also been met with derision from opposition parties. The situation continues to unfold as Bihar heads toward crucial elections.

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