Overview
- He confirmed he has not renewed his primary membership of the JD(U), effectively ending a long association dating to the party’s 2003 formation.
- He said his personal respect for Nitish Kumar remains intact and stressed no change in his socialist, agrarian-oriented ideology.
- He announced a meeting of supporters and like-minded figures on 22 March at Mavlankar Hall, Rafi Marg in New Delhi to decide his next steps.
- Reports citing associates and party sources suggest he is likely to join another party and focus on political activity in Uttar Pradesh.
- His exit follows a reduced role after his 2024 removal as JD(U) national spokesperson, with the party repeatedly distancing itself from his statements, including a recent Bharat Ratna pitch for Nitish.