Bringing to Delhi his battle for special status to Bihar, Nitish Kumar today suggested that his support will be crucial for the formation of the next government at the Centre. He also indicated that the JD(U), which is currently part of the NDA, is not averse to exploring other tie-ups. In what is being seen as his attempt to take on Narendra Modi, Nitish also focused on the backwardness of his state leading many to wonder if after the Gujarat Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar will be the next development mascot.