Jailed Strongman Anant Singh Sworn In as MLA, Touches CM Nitish Kumar's Feet

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Moneycontrol•03-02-2026, 15:12
Jailed Strongman Anant Singh Sworn In as MLA, Touches CM Nitish Kumar's Feet
- •JDU MLA Anant Singh, currently in judicial custody, was brought from jail to take oath as a member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
- •Singh, representing Mokama, touched Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's feet after the oath-taking ceremony, seeking blessings.
- •He is in custody for three months in connection with the Dularchand Yadav murder case and was allowed parole only for the oath.
- •Singh, a former RJD associate, criticized Tejashwi Yadav, stating his political standing is over.
- •Security was tight at the assembly, with restrictions on supporters, as Singh returned to Beur Jail immediately after the ceremony.
Why It Matters: Jailed JDU MLA Anant Singh took oath, sought CM Nitish Kumar's blessings, and returned to prison.
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