Manthan 2025: Nitish Kumar to Remain CM, Claims Minister Ashok Choudhary

At the News24 event, Manthan 2025, Bihar Minister and JDU leader Ashok Choudhary expressed confidence in Nitish Kumar’s leadership. He stated that Kumar remains the most prominent figure in the state and that there is no significant opposition to his governance. During a conversation with Executive Editor Manak Gupta, Choudhary emphasized the JDU’s goal of securing over 200 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. When asked whether Nitish Kumar would continue as Chief Minister if the NDA coalition wins, Choudhary affirmed this, highlighting that there is no anti-incumbency sentiment against Kumar. He also pointed out that no one has challenged Kumar’s work or leadership. The event provided a platform for Choudhary to share JDU’s strategies for the upcoming elections.