The RJD announces Sonu Rai as MLC by-election candidate after the seat became vacant when former MLC Radha Charan Sah won the Assembly election from the Sandesh constituency and became an MLA.

The Election Commission has scheduled voting for 12 May 2026, while counting of votes will take place on 14 May 2026.

Sonu Rai is an active leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and comes from Mirganj in Ara, Bhojpur district. His father, Lal Das Rai, earlier served as a member of the Bihar Legislative Council and had strong political ties with Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Political observers expect a competitive contest as other parties may also announce their candidates soon. The election will be important because local authority representatives vote to elect the MLC.

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In her social media post, Rohini wrote a taunting message aimed at Nitish Kumar. She hinted that the Chief Minister is now facing the consequences of his political decisions. The remark soon went viral online and sparked debate among political observers and social media users.

Rohini Acharya takes dig at Nitish Kumar at a time when Bihar politics remains tense. The comment also highlights the continuing rivalry between leaders connected to the Rashtriya Janata Dal and the ruling alliance in the state. Political analysts say such statements show the heated atmosphere in Bihar as parties prepare for upcoming political developments.

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Leaders from Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal (United) quickly hit back at the remarks. They accused Tejashwi of ignoring the problems during the rule of his father, former chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav. BJP leaders said the state has improved in several sectors since the NDA came to power.

Meanwhile, leaders from Rashtriya Janata Dal and Indian National Congress defended Tejashwi. They said the ruling alliance should focus on governance instead of attacking the opposition. The political debate has increased tensions in Bihar ahead of upcoming elections.

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Leaders of the Janata Dal (United) strongly criticized the statement. They said the comment insulted the people of Bihar and demanded that Tejashwi Yadav apologize for his words.

JDU state president Umesh Kushwaha also attacked Yadav’s family. He claimed that Tejashwi’s parents, Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi, were responsible for damaging Bihar’s economy when they ruled the state.

Tejashwi Yadav made the statement while campaigning in Kerala for candidates supported by his party, the Rashtriya Janata Dal, which is contesting a few assembly seats in alliance with the Left Democratic Front.

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Sources said the move aims to ensure unity during the Rajya Sabha Elections 2026. RJD leaders fear that rival parties may attempt horse-trading or try to lure MLAs with money or political offers. To avoid this, the party has asked all MLAs to stay together at one location.

The RJD has also assigned former MLAs to monitor current legislators. Party leaders say the arrangement will help maintain discipline and prevent any last-minute defections before the vote.

Meanwhile, meetings of the opposition alliance are expected in Patna. Senior leaders, including Lalu Prasad Yadav, may guide MLAs on voting strategy ahead of the crucial election.

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During the interaction, Rabri Devi says BJP driving out Nitish Kumar and trying to change Bihar’s leadership. She said Nitish Kumar should continue working for Bihar. She also criticized his possible move to the Rajya Sabha.

Rabri Devi further said Nitish Kumar should not leave state politics. She urged him to focus on Bihar’s development. Her sharp remarks have increased political tension in the state.

Meanwhile, Nitish Kumar defended his decision. He said he has already served in many positions. These include MLA, MLC, and Lok Sabha MP. He added that he now wants to serve as a Rajya Sabha member.

The issue has sparked fresh debate in Bihar politics.

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The Nitish Kumar Rajya Sabha Move has sparked fresh debate in Bihar politics. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar plans to enter the Rajya Sabha soon. This step may create a rare political record.

The Nitish Kumar Rajya Sabha Move could place him in a unique group of leaders. Only Lalu Prasad Yadav has achieved this milestone so far. Nitish Kumar has already served in several major legislative houses.

He worked as a member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly. He also served in the Bihar Legislative Council. In addition, he represented Bihar in the Lok Sabha.

After joining the Rajya Sabha, he will complete membership in all four legislative houses. These include both houses of the Bihar legislature and both houses of Parliament.

Nitish Kumar first became an MLA in 1985. He entered the Lok Sabha in 1989. Since then, he has played a key role in Bihar politics.

He has also taken oath as Bihar Chief Minister ten times. This record shows his long political influence in the state.

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The decision came during a parliamentary board meeting of the Rashtriya Janata Dal in Patna. Party leaders agreed that both Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav will select and file the nomination on the last day.

Several names have surfaced in political circles, but the party has not confirmed any candidate yet. Leaders said they want to keep their strategy confidential until nominations close.

The election for Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar will take place soon, and parties are working to secure the required support in the state assembly.

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Sources say Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav are considering two names — Premchand Gupta and AD Singh. The party must act carefully because numbers in the Assembly favor the ruling National Democratic Alliance.

The NDA is confident of winning four seats comfortably. The fifth seat depends on whether the Rashtriya Janata Dal and its allies can gather enough votes.

A candidate needs 41 votes to secure a seat. If the opposition unites and gains extra support, it can make the contest interesting. Otherwise, NDA may achieve a clean sweep without a fight.

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Minister Ashok Choudhary strongly denied the allegation. He challenged Singh to prove the claim or step down from his post. The argument quickly turned heated, and members from both the ruling party and the opposition began shouting.

The situation escalated as supporters of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and leaders aligned with Lalu Prasad Yadav exchanged sharp remarks. The Chairman had to step in and restore order.

After several minutes of chaos, the House resumed proceedings. However, tension remained high, and the issue is likely to spark further political debate in the coming days.

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