Party decision on Anant Singh's exit was collective, says JDU leader

Sanjai Kumar Jha, a senior leader of the Janata Dal (United), has clarified that the decision regarding Anant Singh's exit from the party was a collective one, refuting any speculation about individual directives.

Speaking after Neeraj Kumar's victory in the Patna Graduate Assembly constituency, Jha credited the win to the combined leadership efforts of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Samrat Chaudhary. The JDU fielded Neeraj Kumar as its candidate for the seat, which saw a closely watched electoral contest.

"Every decision taken by our party is made with the consent and agreement of all concerned leaders," Jha stated, underscoring the JDU's internal decision-making process. His remarks came in response to questions about the circumstances surrounding Anant Singh's removal from party positions ahead of the electoral cycle.

The statement reflects the JDU's emphasis on consensus-based governance within its organizational structure, particularly during significant political transitions. Jha's clarification suggests that no single individual was responsible for the decision, highlighting the party's collective leadership model.

The victory in Patna Graduate, a prominent urban constituency in Bihar, is seen as a significant outcome for the JDU amid ongoing political realignments in the state.