Nitish Kumar Sparks Controversy with Garlanding Incident

During an assembly poll campaign, Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, insisted on garlanding a female candidate, sparking controversy. His aide tried to stop him, citing local customs, but Kumar proceeded, drawing criticism from opponents over his mental health.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar sparked a fresh wave of controversy regarding his mental health during a political rally on Tuesday.

At the campaign event in Muzaffarpur, Kumar insisted on placing a garland around a female NDA candidate's neck, contrary to local Hindu customs. This act drew criticism, notably from his political rival, Tejashwi Yadav.

Despite attempts by his aide, Sanjay Kumar Jha, to intervene, Kumar proceeded, fueling discussions about his conduct amid the ongoing assembly poll campaign.