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Nitish Kumar Backs Neeraj Kumar Amidst Anant Singh's Opposition in Patna Graduate Constituency Election
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News18•03-10-2026, 14:31
Nitish Kumar Backs Neeraj Kumar Amidst Anant Singh's Opposition in Patna Graduate Constituency Election
- •Nitish Kumar met with Neeraj Kumar, blessing him to "fight well and win" the Patna graduate constituency election, despite ongoing opposition from Anant Singh.
- •Nitish Kumar officially handed Neeraj Kumar the document confirming him as the NDA-backed JDU candidate for the 2026 Patna graduate constituency election.
- •Neeraj Kumar posted an emotional message on X, expressing gratitude to Nitish Kumar and stating that the honor is for every dedicated party worker.
- •Mokama MLA Anant Singh has openly supported Jan Suraj's Dr. Anuj Kumar Singh and campaigned against JDU candidate Neeraj Kumar, escalating the dispute.
- •Elections for eight Bihar Legislative Council seats, including Patna graduate constituency, are scheduled for October 23, with vote counting on October 27.
Key Questions Answered
During a meeting at 1 Aney Marg, JDU national president Nitish Kumar handed Neeraj Kumar his official candidacy confirmation document and clearly told him to "fight well and win" the election.
Mokama MLA Anant Singh has openly declared his support for Jan Suraj candidate Dr. Anuj Kumar Singh, actively campaigning and attending his nomination program in opposition to JDU candidate Neeraj Kumar.
Elections for eight seats of the Bihar Legislative Council, including the Patna graduate constituency, are scheduled to be held on October 23, with the counting of votes taking place on October 27.
