Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to discuss special packages and Rajya Sabha polls with PM Modi

• Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to meet PM Modi, Amit Shah, and JP Nadda in Delhi, likely to demand special packages for the state
• Discussions to include issues related to the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls in Bihar, with six seats going to election on February 27
• Nitish Kumar's visit comes ahead of his government's scheduled floor test and marks his first visit to Delhi after realigning with the BJP

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is set to hold crucial meetings with PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP national president JP Nadda during his visit to the national capital. Sources indicate that Kumar is likely to advocate for special packages for Bihar during the discussions with PM Modi. The meeting comes five days before the scheduled floor test for Nitish Kumar's government on February 12. Additionally, the CM is expected to address issues related to the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls in Bihar, with six seats set to become vacant on February 27.

During his visit to Delhi, Nitish Kumar is also anticipated to meet veteran BJP leader LK Advani. It is noteworthy that LK Advani will be honored with the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award. This visit marks Nitish Kumar's first since his shift from the Mahagathbandhan to form a new government with BJP support in Bihar. The Chief Minister, who recently took the oath for the ninth time, will engage in discussions highlighting the state's developmental needs and political dynamics.