Bihar: 'I refused CM's post offered by RJD', Manjhi demands two berths in Nitish Cabinet | VIDEO
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Bihar: 'I refused CM's post offered by RJD', Manjhi demands two berths in Nitish Cabinet | VIDEO

India TV News  

Bihar news: Hindustani Awam Morcha chief Jitan Ram Manjhi today said that we have been in politics for 44 years. "We had talked to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, he said that it seems difficult but making the difficult task easy is not a big problem for Amit Shah," the HAM chief added. Nitish Kumar led NDA government to seek trust vote on February 12: The newly formed NDA government in Bihar, headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, will seek the trust vote on February 12, the inaugural day of the budget session, according to a revised notification issued on the matter on Thursday. JD president Nitish Kumar on January 28 took oath as Chief Minister of Bihar for a record ninth time, ditching the Mahagathbandhan and the opposition bloc INDIA and forming a new government with the BJP, which he had dumped less than 18 months ago.

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Jitan Ram Manjhi’s Party to Contest 25 Seats, Takes a Sharp Dig at CM Nitish | ABP News
5 months ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi’s Party to Contest 25 Seats, Takes a Sharp Dig at CM Nitish | ABP News

ABP News  

At a party welcome ceremony held at the Shri Krishna Memorial Hall in Patna on Saturday, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi openly discussed several issues and acknowledged various political developments. During his speech, Manjhi expressed gratitude to Nitish Kumar, although he noted the comment Kumar made about whether Manjhi could successfully lead the party, given his financial constraints. Manjhi also …

Jiten Ram Manjhi, a man for all alliances
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jiten Ram Manjhi, a man for all alliances

Hindustan Times  

Former Bihar chief minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha leader Jitan Ram Manjhi, who has been predicting the return of Nitish Kumar to the National Democratic Alliance fold once again for the past six months, are giving sleepless nights to the Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal leaders ahead of floor test on February 12. After demanding an additional berth for …

Grand-alliance had offered me CM’s post, says Manjhi
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Grand-alliance had offered me CM’s post, says Manjhi

New Indian Express  

PATNA: Ahead of Nitish Kumar-led NDA government seeking trust vote, Hindustani Awam Morcha patron and former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Friday created a flutter in political circles by demanding two ministerial berths in the cabinet claiming that the mahagathbandhan had offered him the chief minister’s post. Adding fuel to the fire, Manjhi also demanded two ministerial berths …

PM attacks Nitish for his remarks on Manjhi; JD (U), RJD hit back
1 year, 1 month ago

PM attacks Nitish for his remarks on Manjhi; JD (U), RJD hit back

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday once again attacked Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, though without naming him, saying “a chief minister of INDIA block used derogatory language against a former chief minister because he was from a very backward family”. Modi, who was addressing an election rally in Rajasthan’s Pali, was apparently referring to Kumar’s attack on former chief …

Jitan Ram Manjhi to protest against CM Nitish Kumar\'s remarks
1 year, 1 month ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi to protest against CM Nitish Kumar\'s remarks

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: Following the controversial remark made by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Hindustani Awami Morcha Chief Jitan Ram Manjhi has organized a silent protest near Patna High Court on Tuesday. Jitan Ram Manjhi issued a statement accusing Nitish Kumar of insulting the entire Dalit community with his comments directed at him. Other organizations will also participate in the protest”, Former …

Afternoon brief: SC's tough words on Delhi air pollution, Jitan Manjhi claims conspiracy with Bihar CM; all latest news
1 year, 1 month ago

Afternoon brief: SC's tough words on Delhi air pollution, Jitan Manjhi claims conspiracy with Bihar CM; all latest news

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court inquired about measures for a long-term solution to phase out paddy and address water table decline in Punjab amid air pollution concerns. Former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi claims a conspiracy to poison current Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, alleging an attempt to seize the seat. Dig deeper Latest News India-US 2+2 dialogue strengthens bilateral agenda for …

Jitan Manjhi claims someone ‘poisoning’ Nitish's food to claim CM seat
1 year, 1 month ago

Jitan Manjhi claims someone ‘poisoning’ Nitish's food to claim CM seat

Hindustan Times  

Hindustani Awam Morcha leader and former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has alleged conspiracy of poisoning the current chief minister, Nitish Kumar, in an attempt to seize the coveted seat. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Hindustani Awam Morcha founder Jitan Ram Manjhi during the Winter Session of the state assembly, in Patna on Thursday. Manjhi's statement follows a …

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar loses cool again in State Assembly, attacks Jitan Ram Manjhi
1 year, 1 month ago

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar loses cool again in State Assembly, attacks Jitan Ram Manjhi

The Hindu  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lost his cool again in the State Assembly on Thursday and said it was due to his “stupidity” that he had made Jitan Ram Manjhi the Chief Minister of the State. Mr. Manjhi, now president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha-Secular, became Chief Minister of the State in May 2014 when he was with Janata Dal …

Nitish Kumar's food is being poisoned by someone: Jitan Ram Manjhi's explosive claim | VIDEO
1 year, 1 month ago

Nitish Kumar's food is being poisoned by someone: Jitan Ram Manjhi's explosive claim | VIDEO

India TV News  

Bihar news: The former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and the leaders of Bharatiya Janata Party staged a protest today at the Bihar Assembly premises against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and demanded his resignation. Food of Nitish being spiked: Jitan Ram Manjhi HAM chief Jitan Ram Manjhi alleged that poisonous substances were being mixed into the food served to …

Bihar CM Nitish hits out at Jitan Ram for raising questions on caste survey report
1 year, 1 month ago

Bihar CM Nitish hits out at Jitan Ram for raising questions on caste survey report

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: Amid the ongoing winter session of the Bihar Assembly, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday lost his cool and lashed out at Hindustani Awam Morcha Chief Jitan Ram Manjhi for raising questions on the caste-based survey report. His remark on the caste-based survey report made Chief Minister Nitish Kumar furious. In a fit of rage, Nitish Kumar said …

‘Jitan Ram Manjhi became Bihar CM because of my foolishness’: Nitish Kumar
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Jitan Ram Manjhi became Bihar CM because of my foolishness’: Nitish Kumar

Live Mint  

The Bihar caste census debate took a fresh turn on Wednesday after Hindustani Awam Morcha founder Jitan Ram Manjhi insisted that the data was incorrect. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hit back in no uncertain terms, contending that the HAM chief was made CM due to the former's ‘foolishness’. The JD chief however sat down only after Speaker Awadh Bihari Chaudhary …

Bihar: Nitish Kumar loses his cool over Jitan Ram Manjhi, says 'he became CM due to my stupidity'
1 year, 1 month ago

Bihar: Nitish Kumar loses his cool over Jitan Ram Manjhi, says 'he became CM due to my stupidity'

India TV News  

Amid the ongoing Assembly session, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar came down heavily on Hindustani Awam Morcha leader Jitan Ram Manjhi on Thursday. Kumar lost his cool over the former Chief Minister during discussion during the discussion on the Reservation Amendment Bill. Based on the survey findings, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar had recommended a hike in the reservation of OBCs …

Setback for Nitish ahead of key Oppn meet as Jitan Ram Manjhi meets Amit Shah in Delhi, may join BJP-led NDA
1 year, 6 months ago

Setback for Nitish ahead of key Oppn meet as Jitan Ram Manjhi meets Amit Shah in Delhi, may join BJP-led NDA

India TV News  

In a setback for the opposition unity ahead of Nitish Kumar's much-awaited meet on June 23, former Bihar Chief Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha chief Jitan Ram Manjhi is said to be meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, reports have said. According to reports, Jitan Ram Manjhi is meeting Amit Shah in Delhi and may announce his entry …

Manjhi’s HAM (S) withdraws support to Nitish government
1 year, 6 months ago

Manjhi’s HAM (S) withdraws support to Nitish government

The Hindu  

The Hindustani Awam Morcha on June 19 announced withdrawal of support to the Nitish Kumar government and submitted the letter of withdrawal to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. Last week, Mr. Manjhi’s son, Santosh Suman, who is also the national president of the HAM, resigned from the Cabinet accusing Mr. Kumar of building pressure to merge the party with the Janata …

Jitan Manjhi's party withdraws support to Nitish Kumar government in Bihar
1 year, 6 months ago

Jitan Manjhi's party withdraws support to Nitish Kumar government in Bihar

India Today  

Former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi's Hindustani Awam Morcha on Monday withdrew its support for the Nitish Kumar government in the state. Manjhi's son Santosh Suman, the party's national president, said he has sought an appointment with Bihar Governor, Rajendra Arlekar, to hand over the letter of withdrawal of support. Suman, who resigned from the cabinet last week alleging …

Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM withdraws support from the Mahagathbandhan government
1 year, 6 months ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM withdraws support from the Mahagathbandhan government

Deccan Chronicle  

PATNA: In a significant political development, the Hindustani Awami Morcha led by Jitan Ram Manjhi withdrew support to the Mahagathbandhan government headed by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, just days before his meeting of non-BJP parties. The decision was announced by Manjhi's son and HAM chief Santosh Suman, following a national executive meeting of his party in Patna on Monday. …

Manjhi’s son quits Nitish cabinet, ahead of crucial anti-BJP meet in Patna
1 year, 6 months ago

Manjhi’s son quits Nitish cabinet, ahead of crucial anti-BJP meet in Patna

Hindustan Times  

Former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi’s son Santosh Kumar Suman Tuesday quit the Nitish Kumar cabinet, alleging “pressure” to merge his Hindustani Awam Morcha with chief minister Kumar’s Janata Dal-United. Suman’s resignation comes days ahead of the keenly anticipated meeting of prominent leaders from across the country scheduled in Patna for June 23, following months of hectic efforts by …

Jitan Manjhi's son quits Nitish cabinet alleging pressure to merge HAM with JD(U)
1 year, 6 months ago

Jitan Manjhi's son quits Nitish cabinet alleging pressure to merge HAM with JD(U)

Deccan Chronicle  

PATNA: In a sudden move, Bihar minister Santosh Suman resigned from the state cabinet on Tuesday alleging "pressure" to merge his Hindustani Awam Morcha with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD. Suman, who held the SC and ST welfare portfolio, is the national president of HAM founded by his father Jitan Ram Manjhi, a former chief minister. Tiwari added, "At the …

Ahead of Opposition meet in Patna, former CM Jitan Ram Manjhi’s son Santosh Suman quits Bihar Cabinet
1 year, 6 months ago

Ahead of Opposition meet in Patna, former CM Jitan Ram Manjhi’s son Santosh Suman quits Bihar Cabinet

The Hindu  

Ahead of the Opposition meet in Patna on June 23, former Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi’s son Santosh Suman, on June 13, resigned from the Cabinet of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Asked about the reason for resignation from the Cabinet of Mr. Kumar at the crucial stage when the Opposition meet is scheduled, Mr. Suman said, “There was a lot …

Jitan Manjhi's son, 'forced' to merge with Nitish Kumar's JDU, quits Bihar cabinet
1 year, 6 months ago

Jitan Manjhi's son, 'forced' to merge with Nitish Kumar's JDU, quits Bihar cabinet

India Today  

In a jolt to the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government, minister Santosh Suman on Tuesday tendered his resignation from the state cabinet alleging 'pressure' to merge his Hindustani Awam Morcha with the Janata Dal. Santosh Suman is the president of HAM and the son of former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi. JDU, RJD ON SANTOSH SUMAN'S RESIGNATION Speaking to reporters, …

'If Nitish Kumar Wants..' Bihar Ex-CM Jitan Ram Manjhi Bats For Son As Chief Minister
1 year, 10 months ago

'If Nitish Kumar Wants..' Bihar Ex-CM Jitan Ram Manjhi Bats For Son As Chief Minister

ABP News  

Former Bihar Chief Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha founder Jitan Ram Manjhi on Sunday again asserted that his son and current party president Santosh Kumar Suman is the perfect candidate for the post of Bihar CM if Nitish Kumar wants it that way. While showering praise on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Manjhi said his son Santosh will prove to …

HAM Chief & former Bihar CM Manjhi advocates for 'Gujarat model' of liquor ban in his state
1 year, 11 months ago

HAM Chief & former Bihar CM Manjhi advocates for 'Gujarat model' of liquor ban in his state

India TV News  

Hindustani Awam Morcha President and former Chief Minister of Bihar Jitan Ram Manjhi on Friday advocated 'the Gujarat model' of liquor ban in Bihar. At a 'Litti-Chokha' party organised at his official residence Manjhi said, "Due to the liquor ban, illegal manufacturing is taking place in Bihar. BJP spokesperson Arvind Kumar Singh said, "Jitan Ram Manjhi Ji is an experienced …

'Spare those consuming quarter of liquor': Former Bihar CM Jitan Manjhi's suggestion to state govt
2 years, 1 month ago

'Spare those consuming quarter of liquor': Former Bihar CM Jitan Manjhi's suggestion to state govt

India Today  

Former Bihar chief minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha leader Jitan Ram Manjhi has come out in support of people who "consume liquor in small quantities" in the state. Jitan Ram Manjhi urged the Nitish Kumar-led government to not arrest those who consume liquor in small quantities, like a quarter of bottle. Today, almost 70 per cent of people who are …

Bihar Agriculture Minister’s plain-speaking leaves govt. red-faced
2 years, 2 months ago

Bihar Agriculture Minister’s plain-speaking leaves govt. red-faced

The Hindu  

Bihar’s new Agriculture Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Sudhakar Singh is fast gaining a reputation for candour and plain-speaking, but his headline-grabbing comments have left the new Mahagathbandhan government red-faced on more than one occasion. On September 25, the 46-year-old Mr. Singh while addressing a group of farmers in his constituency, asked them to beat officials who demand bribe …

Nitish Kumar refutes Sushil Modi’s claim that he wanted to be Vice-President
2 years, 4 months ago

Nitish Kumar refutes Sushil Modi’s claim that he wanted to be Vice-President

The Hindu  

A day after JD leader Nitish Kumar was sworn-in as Bihar Chief Minister for eighth time, he laughed off at senior State BJP leader and party Rajya Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Modi’s claim that he wanted to become Vice-President of India and for this had approached BJP. Earlier on August 10, senior state BJP leader and party’s Rajya Sabha MP …

Manjhi complains of 'suffocation' in NDA
2 years, 6 months ago

Manjhi complains of 'suffocation' in NDA

The Hindu  

Former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Sunday said being in the NDA as a junior partner of the BJP and the JD was causing ghutan and he regretted having stepped down in 2015, less than a year after being sworn to the highest seat of power in the State. Mr. Manjhi, whose Hindustani Awam Morcha has four MLAs …

BJP leader announces Rs 11L reward for cutting off Jitan Manjhi's tongue
3 years ago

BJP leader announces Rs 11L reward for cutting off Jitan Manjhi's tongue

India TV News  

Highlights BJP leader Gajendra Jha has announced a reward of 11 Lakhs. Jha is the general secy of International Hindu Maha Sabha and executive member of Bihar BJP. Following his 'abusive' remark against Brahmins, a BJP leader on Monday announced a reward of Rs 11 lakh for anyone cutting off the tongue of former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, …

Jitan Ram Manjhi remarks on priests sparks row
3 years ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi remarks on priests sparks row

The Hindu  

Days after former Bihar chief minister and president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha, a constituent of the ruling NDA, Jitan Ram Manjhi, made disparaging remarks against the Brahmin community, a complaint was filed against him on Monday in West Champaran. Mr Manjhi must offer a public apology for his outrageous remarks against Brahmins,” said senior State Congress leader and party …

NDA puts up Jitan Ram Manjhi, Mukesh Sahani to counter Lalu Prasad Yadav in Bihar bypolls
3 years, 2 months ago

NDA puts up Jitan Ram Manjhi, Mukesh Sahani to counter Lalu Prasad Yadav in Bihar bypolls

India TV News  

In a bid to counter Lalu Prasad, the NDA has put forward Jitan Ram Manjhi, the president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha and Mukesh Sahani, president of the Vikassheel Insan Party, to attack Lalu Prasad and his family during the upcoming by-elections in the state. As Lalu Prasad is a popular leader of Bihar especially among backward classes, Muslims, Yadavs …

'It creates confusion': NDA ally dismisses 'Nitish Kumar PM material' remark
3 years, 3 months ago

'It creates confusion': NDA ally dismisses 'Nitish Kumar PM material' remark

India Today  

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance has fresh ripples in Bihar's political waters with coalition constituent Hindustani Awam Morcha advising the Janata Dal-United not to make statements that "create confusion". Responding to the JDU leader Upendra Kushwaha's remark that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar "is a PM material, the HAM said leaders of the NDA should refrain from making …

Rift in Bihar NDA? Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM alleges BJP of destablising Nitish Kumar govt
3 years, 6 months ago

Rift in Bihar NDA? Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM alleges BJP of destablising Nitish Kumar govt

India Today  

A rift seems to be widening in Bihar NDA as one of its allies, Hindustani Awam Morcha, has demanded the setting up of a co-ordination committee in the backdrop of comments made by Bharatiya Janata Party leaders who questioned the Nitish Kumar-led government over incidents of atrocities against Dalits. Recently, BJP MP and Bihar party unit president Sanjay Jaiswal and …

Why NDA-ally Jitan Ram Manjhi is sniping at Modi
3 years, 6 months ago

Why NDA-ally Jitan Ram Manjhi is sniping at Modi

India Today  

It is unusual for Jitan Ram Manjhi’s twitter handle to stay quiet for two days, but after he stirred up controversy on May 23, it was somewhat expected. On Sunday, the former Bihar chief minister had, in a tweet, questioned the logic behind putting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s picture on vaccination certificates. In 2014, Nitish had anointed Manjhi as chief …

'Despite internal problems with alliance partner...': Jitan Manjhi salutes Nitish Kumar
3 years, 11 months ago

'Despite internal problems with alliance partner...': Jitan Manjhi salutes Nitish Kumar

Hindustan Times  

Hindustani Awam Morcha president and former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Sunday posted an interesting tweet in which he talked about "internal problems and conspiracies" in the state's ruling alliance. He also saluted chief minister Nitish Kumar for "cooperating with the alliance partner". A 14-member council of ministers of chief minister Nitish Kumar was sworn in by Governor …

Jitan Ram Manjhi Elected HAM Legislature Party Leader, Says Won't Accept Ministerial Berth
4 years, 1 month ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi Elected HAM Legislature Party Leader, Says Won't Accept Ministerial Berth

News 18  

Hindustani Awam Morcha chief Jitan Ram Manjhi was on Thursday elected the leader of its four-member legislature party. All the four newly elected MLAs met at Manjhi’s residence where they elected the former chief minister the leader of the legislature group. He quit the JD after he was forced to step down to pave the way for the return of …

Jitan Ram Manjhi calls Lalu anti-Dalit as HAM looks set to join NDA in Bihar
4 years, 3 months ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi calls Lalu anti-Dalit as HAM looks set to join NDA in Bihar

Deccan Chronicle  

With assembly elections slated to be held in October – November this year, political rumblings have started in Bihar. Former Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi who recently created a flutter in Bihar politics by announcing his departure from the Mahagathbandhan, on Tuesday, termed RJD Chief Lalu Yadav “anti- Dalit”. He had floated Hindustani Awam Morcha in 2015 and joined the …

Jitan Ram Manjhi-led Hindustan Awam Morcha - Secular quits Bihar grand alliance
4 years, 4 months ago

Jitan Ram Manjhi-led Hindustan Awam Morcha - Secular quits Bihar grand alliance

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: Hindustani Awam Morcha – Secular on Thursday announced that it has decided to part ways with the grand alliance led by RJD in Bihar. HAM leaders said that party chief Jitan Ram Manjhi has been upset with the RJD for not consulting alliance partners before taking any decision and ignoring his demands for the formation of a coordination committee. …

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