A high-voltage claim from the political arena: Jitan Ram Manjhi says PM Modi will award the prestigious Bharat Ratna to Nitish Kumar, Bihar’s Chief Minister, in a move designed to stun the nation. The Hindustani Awam Morcha chief made headlines with this during a Bihar event.
Manjhi elaborated on Nitish’s transformative policies—from bridging urban-rural gaps to women’s empowerment via cycles and uniforms. ‘The decision is made; PM will honor him soon,’ he said, framing it as gratitude for Nitish’s NDA loyalty.
Nitish’s political biography is legendary: five-time CM, architect of JD(U), and master navigator of coalitions. His 2024 pivot back to BJP was a game-changer, enabling NDA government formation.
Reactions poured in swiftly. Allies rejoiced, seeing it as elevation of Bihar’s stature, while rivals cried foul, alleging it’s a pre-poll gimmick. Manjhi rebutted, noting Modi’s impartiality in past honors like to PV Narasimha Rao.
The Bharat Ratna carries immense prestige, symbolizing unparalleled service. Under Modi, awards have spotlighted unsung heroes, aligning with ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.’
With Bihar polls on horizon, this could cement NDA dominance. Manjhi’s revelation spotlights the PM’s vision: rewarding merit, transcending politics. Watch this space for official word.