High-Stakes Lobbying: Bihar's Cabinet Drama Unfolds

Intense negotiations are underway among NDA partners in Bihar to allocate cabinet positions and select an Assembly Speaker before the new government is sworn in on November 20. Both BJP and JD(U) are pursuing influential roles, with key figures being considered for significant positions.

Bihar is witnessing intense political maneuvering as NDA partners, including BJP and JD(U), engage in negotiations to finalize cabinet positions and the Assembly Speaker role ahead of the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for November 20.

According to sources, the BJP and JD(U) are both vying for the influential Speaker post, a key focus in ongoing discussions with top party leaders meeting in New Delhi. This decision comes amid plans to introduce five to six new faces in the cabinet, with Umesh Singh Kushwaha of JD(U) among the likely candidates.

The security has been ramped up at Gandhi Maidan, where the swearing-in event will occur, reportedly attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top NDA leaders. The administration announced restrictions on public access until the event concludes.

(With inputs from agencies.)