Nitish Kumar, the chief minister of Bihar, has made the decision to sever ties with the BJP. Today, Kumar met with Governor Phagu Chauhan to offer his resignation as the state's chief minister. For the second time in eight years, Kumar chose to break with his alliance with the BJP and seek support from the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan to stay in power. In Bihar, the JD(U)-RJD-led "Mahagathbandhan" will take the oath at 4 PM tomorrow.

Key Points

• Nitish Kumar, the chief minister of Bihar, has made the decision to sever ties with the BJP.

• In Bihar, the JD(U)-RJD-led "Mahagathbandhan" will take the oath at 4 PM tomorrow.