I wanted someone from BJP to become CM, but accepted responsibility at BJP's request: Nitish Kumar

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November 15, 2020

After being elected as the Chief Minister of Bihar unanimously by the NDA on Sunday, JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar said that he was not keen on becoming the CM, but accepted the responsibility at BJP's request.

Nitish's statement comes as a surprise because both the JD(U) and the BJP have put up a strong united front pushing Nitish Kumar as the chief ministerial candidate. The Opposition, especially RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticised him for winning just over 40 seats and piggyback riding on the BJP despite being rejected by the people.

"NDA may have won the mandate, but we rule people's hearts," Tejashwi had said in his first appearance after the results were declared. "Nitish should heed to his conscience and give u the throne," the RJD leader had said.

"I wanted someone from the BJP to become CM this time but relented only after the BJP requested that I should don the mantle of chief ministership," Nitish Kumar said.

It is yet to be decided who the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar will be.

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Karnataka CM directs officials to submit proposal for gold chariot for Chamundeshwari idol

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November 25,2024

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has instructed the Hindu Religious Endowment Department to submit a proposal for constructing a gold chariot for the presiding deity of the state, Chamundeshwari, official sources said on Monday.

The directive follows a request from Member of Legislative Council (MLC) Dinesh Gooligowda, who highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the Chamundeshwari Temple on Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, which dates back to the 12th century AD.

Gooligowda noted that the existing wooden chariot, donated by devotees from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has deteriorated over time.

“Devotees have expressed their desire to organise a ‘rathotsava’ using a gold chariot for Goddess Chamundeshwari. This proposal has been under consideration for some time, with an estimated cost of Rs 100 crore,” the MLC said.

He emphasised that the government’s financial involvement would not be required, as devotees are willing to contribute towards making the chariot a reality.

Gooligowda proposed a deadline for the 2025 Dasara festival for the completion of the chariot, ensuring it is ready for the grand procession featuring the idol of Chamundeshwari.

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