In Nitish Kumar's Latest Comments On Tejashwi Yadav, Many See A Hint

Nitish Kumar's comments on Tejashwi Yadav at an event they both attended yesterday have provoked speculation that he sees the RJD leader as his political successor.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, after swapping allies and forming a new government with the RJD, has dropped hints that he has long-term plans for his deputy Tejashwi Yadav.

Nitish Kumar's comments on Tejashwi Yadav at an event they both attended yesterday have provoked speculation that he sees the RJD leader, not long ago his fierce critic, as his political successor.

"We are doing a lot. And if there's anything left to do in the future, then Tejashwi will keep working and will get it all done. Those who want to divide us, don't try to create trouble at anyone's bidding. We must stay united and work together. There should be no friction," the Chief Minister said on Monday, at the launch of a dental college in Nalanda.

Tejashwi Yadav, who was on stage, figured twice in the speech.