Sanjay Kumar Jha, the national working president of the Janata Dal (United) party, expressed deep appreciation for the outgoing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's contributions to Bihar's political landscape. He highlighted that Kumar's leadership has instilled a sense of pride among the state's 140 million residents, stating, 'We felt ashamed to say we are Bihari before Nitish ji's arrival.' Jha affirmed that future governments in Bihar will continue to operate under Kumar's guidance for the next 25-30 years. Additionally, he noted the increasing involvement of Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, in party activities, suggesting that his future role will be determined collectively by party members. As the BJP prepares to select a new chief minister, deputy chief minister Samrat Choudhary is seen as a strong candidate for the position, with the BJP legislature party set to meet in Patna to confirm their leader.