According to people present at the site, Nishant Kumar toured Vrindavan on Tuesday and Wednesday along with a small group of relatives. Dressed in a simple kurta-pyjama and slippers, he moved through the narrow lanes of the town, chanting “Radhe-Radhe” and interacting quietly with fellow pilgrims. He was accompanied by four to five people and paid the standard ₹10 fare per passenger while travelling in an e-rickshaw.
The visit began with a stop at the Yamuna ghat, where Nishant Kumar paid his respects to the river by folding his hands. He later proceeded to the Banke Bihari temple, where he performed darshan and worship. He also visited the ISKCON temple and other prominent religious sites during his stay. No police escort, convoy or VIP arrangements were observed throughout the visit.
Residents and shopkeepers said Nishant Kumar blended easily with the crowd, with many recognising him only after word spread locally. His quiet manner and absence of security stood out in a region accustomed to high-profile visitors accompanied by elaborate arrangements.
Sources close to the family said the visit was strictly personal and spiritual in nature. Nishant Kumar has largely remained away from public life and politics, choosing instead to focus on personal interests and spiritual pursuits. He is an engineer by training, having studied software engineering at the Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, after completing his schooling in Patna and Mussoorie.
Nishant Kumar is the son of Nitish Kumar and late Manju Sinha, a former school teacher who passed away in 2007. He has so far maintained a low public profile, though political circles in Bihar have recently speculated about his possible entry into active politics.
According to sources within the Janata Dal (United), internal discussions are underway about organisational restructuring following the party’s recent electoral success. With elections for the JDU national president expected in March, there is speculation that Nishant Kumar may take on a role within the party organisation after Holi. Party leaders, however, have not made any official announcement.
Observers note that Nishant Kumar’s Mathura-Vrindavan visit reinforces his image as a private individual with a strong inclination towards spirituality, even as political speculation around his future continues to grow.
