In a major political development in Bihar, Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the 21st Chief Minister on Wednesday, marking the first time the Bharatiya Janata Party has secured the top post in the state and bringing an end to Nitish Kumar’s long tenure.
The oath of office was administered by Governor Syed Ata Hasnain at Lok Bhawan in Patna, in a ceremony that signals a significant shift in Bihar’s political landscape.
End of Nitish Kumar Era in Bihar
Nitish Kumar, a dominant political figure in Bihar for nearly two decades, stepped down as Chief Minister on Tuesday and has since moved to the Rajya Sabha. His exit marks the end of an era defined by coalition politics and shifting alliances.
Deputy Chief Ministers Take Oath
Senior Janata Dal (United) leaders Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav were also sworn in and are set to serve as Deputy Chief Ministers, ensuring continuity within the ruling alliance.
BJP Expands Its Political Footprint
With this development, the BJP now has 16 Chief Ministers across the country and has formed governments in 19 states. Bihar, long considered a key state where the BJP had not led the government independently, has now joined that list.
The party already governs several major Hindi heartland states, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Delhi, further consolidating its influence.
Caste Equation and Political Significance
Choudhary’s appointment also carries caste significance in Bihar’s complex political dynamics. He becomes only the second leader from the influential Koeri community to hold the Chief Minister’s post after Satish Prasad Singh, whose brief tenure in 1968 lasted just five days.
Samrat Choudhary’s Political Journey
Born in 1968, Samrat Choudhary comes from a strong political background. His father, Shakuni Choudhary, was a six-time MLA from Tarapur, while his mother, Parvati Devi, also represented the constituency.
Choudhary entered politics in 1990 and has navigated multiple party affiliations over the years, moving from Rashtriya Janata Dal to JD(U), before joining the BJP in 2017. His elevation to Chief Minister marks the culmination of a long and dynamic political career.
New Political Chapter Begins
With Samrat Choudhary at the helm, Bihar enters a new political phase under BJP leadership. The transition not only reshapes the state’s governance but also signals a broader shift in the balance of power within the National Democratic Alliance.
Who is the new Chief Minister of Bihar?
Samrat Choudhary has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Bihar.
Who are the Deputy Chief Ministers of Bihar?
Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav are the new Deputy Chief Ministers.
Why did Nitish Kumar resign?
He stepped down after dissolving his cabinet, ending his long tenure as CM.
Which party is now ruling Bihar?
The Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA government is now in power in Bihar.
Where was the swearing-in ceremony held?
The ceremony took place at Lok Bhawan in Patna.
