Bihar Floor Test Live: 'Democracy Won In Temple Of Democracy', Says MoS Nityanand Rai

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Background

Bihar Floor Test Live: Chief Minister and JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar is slated to present a motion of confidence for his government in the assembly on Monday, February 12, during the commencement of the state's budget session. Proceedings will kick off at 11 a.m. with an opening address by the Speaker, followed by the Governor's speech in the joint session at 11:30 a.m.Subsequently, legislative proceedings will resume in the assembly. Among the key items on the agenda is a resolution regarding the removal of the Bihar Legislative Assembly Speaker, which will be deliberated upon. Post the Speaker's ruling, CM Nitish Kumar will table a motion of confidence for his government in the assembly.Chief Minister Nitish Kumar gathered party MLAs for a crucial meeting at the residence of state minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary in anticipation of the impending floor test. The meeting was held as JD(U) MLAs were relocated to Chanakya Hotel in Patna, in readiness for the floor test scheduled to be conducted in the Bihar Assembly tomorrow (February 12). This move signals the strategic preparations underway within the party for the significant political event.Congress MLAs Return To Patna, RJD To Oppose No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Awadh Bihari ChaudharyIn a related development, Congress MLAs from Bihar returned to Patna after a week-long sojourn in Hyderabad, news agency IANS reported. The return of the legislators, a day prior to the floor test of the new NDA government in Bihar, follows their relocation to Hyderabad to safeguard against potential poaching attempts by BJP and JD(U) members in the lead-up to the trust vote. Sixteen MLAs had been accommodated at a resort near the city since February 4, with security arrangements in place throughout their stay. Meanwhile, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has reiterated its stance of offering staunch opposition to the ruling NDA during the impending no-confidence motion against Speaker Awadh Bihari Chaudhary. RJD national spokesman and Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Jha urged legislators to vote according to their conscience during the motion, hinting at the discontent within JD(U) over Nitish Kumar's recent decisions. The assertion by RJD sets the stage for a contentious political showdown in the Bihar Assembly.Notably, the NDA coalition, comprising JD(U), BJP, former CM Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM, and an Independent, boasts a combined strength of 128 MLAs, contrasting with the 114 MLAs of the 'Mahagathbandhan', consisting of RJD, Congress, and three Left parties. Amid speculations surrounding Speaker Chaudhary's potential resignation to avoid the embarrassment of a vote out, the Vidhan Sabha secretariat's released business agenda indicates the immediate consideration of the no-confidence motion against him following the customary address by the governor on the inaugural day of the budget session.

12/02/2024 19:10:28

'We Have Been Working For Bihar’s Public': BJP MLA After Nitish Kumar Wins Floor Test

Here’s what BJP MLA Haribhushan Thakur "Bachol" had to say after Nitish Kumar- led NDA government won the trust vote in Bihar Assembly. “We have been working for Bihar’s public. We have inspired many people and they have joined us. Now we will work together for the welfare of the people of Bihar.”

12/02/2024 16:47:03

'Democracy Won In Temple of democracy: MoS Nityanand Rai After Nitish Kumar-Led NDA Govt Wins Bihar Floor Test

"Today, democracy has won in the temple of democracy. The NDA government in Bihar has claimed majority. The development in Bihar will gain more pace under the leadership of Nitish Kumar," says MoS Nityanand Rai after Nitish Kumar-led NDA govt secures 129 votes amid opposition walkout in Bihar assembly.

12/02/2024 14:59:43

'Despite Wining, Heads Hanging In Shame': Congress MLA Targets NDA Ahead Of Trust Vote

Congress MLA Dr. Shakeel Ahmad Khan says, "...Despite winning, their (BJP-JDU) heads are hanging in shame, they have no answer to any questions...When politics is done with deceit and deception and without ideology, then this happens..."

 

12/02/2024 14:59:39

'Despite Wining, Heads Hanging In Shame': Congress MLA Targets NDA Ahead Of Trust Vote

Congress MLA Dr. Shakeel Ahmad Khan says, "...Despite winning, their (BJP-JDU) heads are hanging in shame, they have no answer to any questions...When politics is done with deceit and deception and without ideology, then this happens..."

 

12/02/2024 14:41:37

'Resolved To Make Bihar Free Of Crime And Corruption': Dy CM Vijay Sinha Ahead Of Trust Vote

"We have resolved to make Bihar free of crime and corruption...," said Vijay Sinha, Deputy CM and BJP leader.

 

12/02/2024 14:30:22

'Can PM Modi Guarantee That Nitish Won't Switch Camps Again?': Tejashwi Yadav

Slamming NDA-JD(U) alliance, Tejashwi said, 'Can PM Modi guarantee that Nitish won't switch camps again?'

 

 

 

 

12/02/2024 14:27:43

'Feel Bad For JDU MLAs...': RJD Leader Tejashwi Yadav

Former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said: "I feel bad for JDU MLAs because they will have to go among the public and answer. If someone asks you why Nitish Kumar took oath 3 times, what will you say? Earlier you used to criticise them (BJP) and now you are praising them, what will you say? We (RJD) will say that we have given jobs."

12/02/2024 13:36:40

Motion To Remove Speaker Awadh Choudhary Passed In Assembly

A motion to dismiss Bihar Assembly Speaker and RJD leader Awadh Bihari Choudhary was moved and carried by the State Assembly, and the Speaker was ousted. As many as 125 MLAs voted in favour of motion, while 112 MLAs voted against the motion.

12/02/2024 13:18:07

'MLAs Should Sit On Their Respective Seats..': RJD Leader Tejashwi Yadav

Former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav says, "MLAs should sit on their respective seats till the end of voting, otherwise voting will be considered invalid."

12/02/2024 13:03:19

RJD MLAs Chetan Anand, Neelam Devi And Prahlad Yadav Sit On Govt Side In Vidhan Sabha

RJD MLAs Chetan Anand, Neelam Devi and Prahlad Yadav sit on the government side in the Bihar Assembly in Patna.

12/02/2024 12:27:41

RJD Spokesperson Shakti Singh Yadav On 2 Missing JD(U) MLAs

RJD Spokesperson Shakti Singh Yadav said, "Two MLAs Chetan Anand & Neelam Devi have been made to sit on the side of JDU's whip. They were given threats and whatnot...What kind of trading is this..."

12/02/2024 12:24:57

Protesting RJD Workers Detained By Bihar Police

RJD workers were holding a protest against the Bihar government in Patna. The protestors were later detained by Police.

12/02/2024 12:22:26

8 MLAs Missing As Nitish Kumar-Led NDA Govt Set To Face No-Trust Vote

A suspision looms over a total of 8 MLAs, who have not reached Vidhan Sabha yet. 

BJP: 3

RJD: 2

JD(U): 3

12/02/2024 11:58:37

'Under CM Udyami Yojana...': Bihar Governor At Vidhan Sabha

In his address at Vidhan Sabha, Bihar Governor stated that under the CM Udyami Yojana an assistance of Rs 10 lakh were given in support, including Rs 5 lakh in grants and Rs 5 lakh in interest-free loans for SC/ST/EBC groups and women.

12/02/2024 11:48:30

Rule Of Law Remains Top Priority In Bihar, Says Governor

"Rule of law remains top priority in Bihar. Separate responsibilities have been given to the police about investigation and policing. As many as 2,27,873 vacancies have been created, with a total of 1.10 lakh posts in the police force," Bihar Governor stated in his address at legislative assembly. 

12/02/2024 11:44:42

RJD's Chetan Anand, Neelam Singh Absent From Vidhan Sabha

Ahead of the floor test, RJD MLAs Chetan Anand and Neelam Singh have are absent from the Bihar Vidhan Sabha today. 

12/02/2024 11:37:52

Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar Addresses State Assembly

12/02/2024 11:36:29

Chants Of 'Jai Shree Ram' Heard In Bihar Assembly

Chants of 'Jay Shree Ram' were heard in the House, while some opposition leaders outside the Assembly yelled slogans such as 'Mitti me mil jayenge, BJP me nahi jayenge (We'll turn into dust but not join the BJP)'.

12/02/2024 11:25:59

BJP's Mishrilal Yadav, 2 JD(U) MLA's Absent From Vidhan Sabha For Floor Test Today

BJP's MLA Mishrilal Yadav, while two JD(U) MLAs have not reached Vidhan Sabha for the floor test today. 

12/02/2024 11:31:30

Special Assembly For Floor Test Begins, Trust Vote Soon

Special session of Bihar assembly begins. The trust vote to begin soon. 

 

12/02/2024 10:36:13

Bihar Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary & Vijay Kumar Sinha Arrives At State Assembly

12/02/2024 10:26:43

Nitish Kumar Arrives At State Assembly In Patna Ahead Of Floor Test

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar arrived at the State Assembly in Patna, ahead of the Floor test of the NDA government. 

12/02/2024 10:20:39

'Majority Will Be In Favor Of NDA': JDU Leader

JDU leader Neeraj Kumar says, "Majority will be in favour of NDA. No-confidence motion will be brought against the Speaker and he will have to leave the chair and the Deputy Speaker will preside over it..."

12/02/2024 10:19:24

Bihar MLAs Arrive At State Assembly In Patna

12/02/2024 10:17:24

Heavy Security Deployed At Bihar Vidhan Sabha

12/02/2024 10:15:34

JD(U) MLA Sanjeev Singh Detained In Nawada

Sanjeev Singh, a JD(U) MLA, has been detained in Nawada in advance of today's floor test in the Bihar Assembly. Dr. Sanjeev was among the five MLAs who failed to show up for the party's Sunday meeting.

12/02/2024 10:12:41

Bihar Assembly: How Do The Numbers Stack Up?

The NDA claims to have the support of 128 MLAs, six more than the halfway mark of 122 in the 243-member Bihar legislative assembly. The BJP has 78 MLAs, the JD(U) has 45, the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) has four, and one Independent. On the other hand, opposition has support of 115 MLAs, out of which, RJD has 79 seats, Congress has 19, Left has 16, and AIMIM has 1 seat. 

12/02/2024 10:06:01

'Speaker Should Step Down On His Own, Else...': JDU Leader Vijay Kumar Chaudhary

Bihar Minister and JDU leader Vijay Kumar Chaudhary said: "Today only two things will happen. The Speaker should step down on his own, otherwise, he will be removed and secondly, the government will win the majority test... All our MLAs are in touch with us."

12/02/2024 09:26:38

'Who Knows Where Palti Kumar Will Take A Turn': Congress Slams Nitish Ahead Of Bihar Floor Test

On Bihar floor test, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says, "...When 'Palti Kumar' is ruling who knows where he will take a turn. A floor test is important. In Jharkhand, the floor test was done on February 5 & in Bihar time was given till February 12. This is all a conspiracy...INDIA bloc is united..."

12/02/2024 08:27:05

NDA Claims Support Of 128 MLAs

The NDA claims to have the support of 128 MLAs, six more than the halfway mark of 122 in the 243-member state assembly. The BJP has 78 MLAs, the JD(U) 45, the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) four, and one Independent.