Nitish at it again, attempts to touch BJP leader's feet, causes embarrassment
The Morning Standard|November 04, 2024
In yet another political drama, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was seen attempting to touch the feet of former Rajya Sabha member and senior BJP leader Rakesh Kumar Sinha, commonly known as R K Sinha, at an event in the state capital on Sunday.
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Nitish at it again, attempts to touch BJP leader's feet, causes embarrassment

Nitish first greeted Sinha with folded hands and then tried to touch his feet, leaving the officials and the attendees at the event in utter shock.

Even Sinha appeared embarrassed as the incident unfolded in full view of the public.

He was participating in an event at Nauzar Ghat temple in Patna City on the occasion of Chitragupta puja. The event was organised by BJP leader Sinha, who invited Nitish to attend.

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