Bihar is set for a major cabinet expansion, with up to 31 MLAs likely to take oath and Nishant Kumar expected to join the ministry. The move follows late-night talks among BJP, JD(U) and allies, signalling an NDA show of strength in the state.

Nishant Kumar, a prominent face in JD(U), after Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha induction has become active in state politics and is considered close to the party's leadership.