BJP’s Samrat Choudhary Sworn in as Bihar CM, Ending the Nitish Kumar Era
In a historic political transition, Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the 24th Chief Minister of Bihar on April 15, 2026. His appointment marks the first time a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has held the state's top post, officially ending the two-decade-long dominance of Nitish Kumar.
Key Highlights of the Political Shift
- The Swearing-In Ceremony: Governor Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath of office to Samrat Choudhary at Lok Bhawan in Patna.
- End of an Era: Nitish Kumar resigned on April 14, 2026, after serving a record ten terms as Chief Minister. His exit follows his election to the Rajya Sabha.
- New Cabinet Structure:
- Chief Minister: Samrat Choudhary (BJP), who also retains 29 key portfolios, including Home, Agriculture, and Health.
- Deputy Chief Ministers: Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav, both from the JD(U), were sworn in to maintain the NDA alliance balance.
- Historic Milestone: While the BJP has been a long-term coalition partner in Bihar, this is the first government in the state's history led directly by a BJP Chief Minister.
Who is Samrat Choudhary?
Samrat Choudhary (57) is a prominent leader from the Koeri (OBC) community. He previously served as the Deputy Chief Minister and the BJP's state president. Known for his symbolic vow to wear a turban until "dethroning" the previous leadership, his rise to the CM post is seen as a fulfillment of that political journey.
Future Outlook
Immediately after taking office, CM Choudhary chaired a meeting directing a "zero tolerance" policy against corruption and faster grievance redressal at the block and police station levels. Although Nitish Kumar has stepped down, he is expected to remain a guiding figure ("Marg Darshak") for the new NDA administration.
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