Somnath Pati is an independent researcher and former political consultant with an MA in Modern History from Jawaharlal Nehru University. He writes on identities and social conflict.
Alliances and Antagonisms: The ‘Enigma’ of Nitish Kumar?
Focusing on Nitish Kumar, the artricle highlights Kumar’s frequent shifts between political alliances, earning him the monikers “Paltu Ram” and “Kursi Kumar.” Despite his reputation as a champion of good governance, Bihar’s development, remains low.

