This comes after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav's "door open" remarks fuelled speculations of another political drama in Bihar. "Our doors are open for Nitish Kumar. He should also unbolt his gates.

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday reacted to Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's invitation to join the opposition's alliance. The Bihar CM hinted at remaining with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA. The Bihar CM said that he “made a mistake twice" in the past by joining hands with the RJD, reported News18.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday offered a cryptic response to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's "doors open" statement to rejoin the opposition INDIA bloc.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar attacked the Lalu Prasad era government, claiming that before 2005 the state was in a bad condition

RJD president Lalu Prasad suggested renewing ties with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, evoking mixed reactions. While Congress welcomed the idea, JD(U) showed reluctance. The move highlights alliances' complexities and political dynamics in Bihar as key figures react to potential shifts.

JD(U) boss Nitish Kumar responds cryptically to Lalu Prasad's offer to return to INDIA bloc, sparking media speculation.

Later, when Bihar CM Nitish Kumar was accompanying the newly-appointed Governor, Arif Mohammed Khan, after his oath-taking ceremony in Patna, he was asked about Lalu Yadav’s offer. Nitish chose to avoid answering the question, simply folding his hands in response.

Chief Nitish Kumar responded with "folded hands" to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's "doors open" remark.

Rejecting Lalu Prasad Yadav's proposal, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said that he had mistakenly gone off track twice in the past, but will now stay in the ruling NDA alliance.

Nitish Kumar on Saturday hinted towards staying with BJP-led NDA and said, "We will always stay together and will develop the country along with Bihar."