On JD(U) 23rd foundation day, party gives credit to Nitish for Bihar’s development

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JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar. File | Photo Credit: ANI

Ruling Janata Dal (United) on Friday (October 30, 2026) celebrated its 23rd foundation day of the party and credited the party’s President and former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar leadership for the Bihar’s development.

JD(U) working president Sanjay Jha wrote a message on social media account X asserting that with the trust of the people, the dedication of its workers, and the resolve for good governance, the JD(U) has carved out a distinct identity in Bihar’s politics.

“Under the leadership and guidance of our esteemed national president, Nitish Kumar ji, the party has played a pivotal role in advancing Bihar’s development, social justice, good governance, and inclusive growth. On this special occasion, heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all senior leaders, dedicated workers, and supporters of the party,”Mr. Jha wrote.

He added that we should come together to strengthen the resolve for public service and continue working tirelessly for Bihar’s progress and prosperity.

JD(U) State president Umesh Singh Kushwaha also extended greetings on the party’s foundation Day and said that the 23-year glorious journey of the JD(U) under the leadership of Nitish Kumar is dedicated to the values ​​of social justice and good governance.

Speaking to the media, he called Mr. Kumar as the party’s undisputed leader and his son Nishant Kumar who is also the Health Minister of Bihar as future leader of the party. Mr. Kushwaha said that the JD(U) was founded on October 30, 2003, drawing inspiration from the ideals of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan and Jannayak Karpoori Thakur.

“Since its inception, the party has remained committed to advancing the principles of social justice, good governance, and social harmony throughout its 23-year journey. When Nitish Kumar took the reins of Bihar in November 2005, he ushered a new era for the state,” Mr. Kushwaha said.

He added that Mr. Kumar introduced a transformative model centred on “development with justice,” good governance, and women’s empowerment that fundamentally altered both the destiny and the image of Bihar.

JD(U) State president pointed out that while the term “Bihari” had become synonymous with contempt and neglect before 2005, Nitish Kumar, through his efforts, restored honour and self-respect to Bihar and its people.

In his congratulatory message, Mr. Kushwaha asked all the party workers and leaders to take a resolve to move the JD(U) to unprecedented heights of success in days to come.

“We shall further strengthen the hands of the party’s future and our popular Health Minister, Nishant ji. We shall reinforce our commitment in taking the socialist principles of our leader, Nitish Kumar, as well as the contributions he has made toward the development of Bihar, to every household and every individual,”Mr. Kushwaha said.

Also, JD(U) has decided to organise a programme titled Sushasan Diwas: Nitish Samvad (Good Governance Day: Dialogue with Nitish) across all districts of the State on November 24, 2026.

Senior leader and minister Leshi Singh, has been appointed as the ‘State Coordinator’ for the execution of this programme. 

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