The Congress on Sunday claimed
that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appeared to be under “a lot of pressure” in the BJP-led NDA, and suggested that he consider returning to the Grand Alliance and “freely” work for the development of the state.
A statement to the effect was made by Congress Legislature Party leader Ajeet Sharma, though it was promptly dismissed as being “not official” by the RJD, which helms the five-party opposition coalition.
Sharma made the remark referring to the much-televised quarrel between Kumar and journalists here last week when the chief minister, known for his prim conduct, let his guard down and gave vent to his frustration at being rankled over a high-profile murder case.
“Nitish Kumar is never known for such behaviour. We all know that. He is obviously under a lot of pressure in the NDA. It is well-known that he is under pressure to give up the all-important home portfolio,…