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Samrat Choudhary, First BJP CM of Bihar, Takes Charge with Nitish's Guidance

Samrat Choudhary has been sworn in as Bihar's first-ever Bharatiya Janata Party Chief Minister, marking a historic shift in the state's politics. He has retained the crucial Home Department and taken control of 29 departments, succeeding Nitish Kumar's long tenure. JDU leader Nishant Kumar, calling Choudhary his "elder brother," stated the alliance would work under the new CM's guidance and that of his father, Nitish Kumar. The coalition balance is maintained with JDU veterans Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav serving as Deputy Chief Ministers.

Key Points: Samrat Choudhary Sworn In as Bihar's First BJP Chief Minister

  • First BJP CM in Bihar's history
  • Retains key Home Department portfolio
  • JDU leaders appointed Deputy CMs
  • Successes Nitish Kumar's 21-year tenure
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"Samrat Choudhary my elder brother, hope he continues to develop Bihar": JDU's Nishant Kumar

JDU's Nishant Kumar calls CM Samrat Choudhary his "elder brother," vows to work under his and Nitish Kumar's guidance for Bihar's development.

"He is my elder brother, and I congratulate him... My father Nitish Kumar will continue to guide him. - Nishant Kumar"

Patna, April 16

JDU Leader Nishant Kumar on Thursday called the newly appointed Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary his "elder brother" and reiterated to carry forward the vision of his father and Rajya Sabha MP Nitish Kumar.

He further said that CM Samrat Choudhary will work on the development of Bihar under the "guidance" of Nitish Kumar.

"He is my elder brother, and I congratulate him. I also congratulate Vijay Kumar Chaudhary for becoming the Deputy Chief Minister of the state. I hope Samrat will pave a new way of development for Bihar. We will work under his guidance in the NDA. My father Nitish Kumar will continue to guide him, I will strengthen the party and work on the vision of my father," he told reporters here.

Marking a historic shift in the state's political landscape, Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the first-ever Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Minister of Bihar on Wednesday.

In a sweeping consolidation of power, the 57-year-old leader has retained the critical Home Department and assumed control over 29 departments, signalling an era of centralised leadership as he succeeds Nitish Kumar's 21-year tenure.

By retaining the Home Department, Choudhary keeps a firm grip on law and order, police administration, and state security.

His portfolio includes Agriculture, Health, Tourism, Art and Culture and Sports, among others.

To balance the coalition, JD(U) veterans Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav were sworn in as Deputy Chief Ministers.

Born in 1968, Samrat Choudhary comes from a family deeply rooted in politics. His father, Shakuni Choudhary, was a six-time MLA from the Tarapur constituency. His mother, Parvati Devi, won the same seat in 1998 for the now-defunct Samta Party.

Samrat Choudhary was appointed as the BJP's state president in 2023 and later became the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar in 2024.

- ANI

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Priya S
Nishant Kumar's statement shows political maturity and respect. It's good to see the alliance partners working together. But the real test is on the ground - will this government improve healthcare and education in villages?
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Aman W
Retaining the Home Department is crucial. Law and order in Bihar needs strong handling. Hope the new CM brings the change we need. Best wishes to him!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see a BJP CM in Bihar after so long. The portfolio distribution seems balanced. Agriculture and Health are critical sectors. Let's hope for tangible development.
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Vikram M
With great power comes great responsibility. Holding 29 departments is a huge task. I respectfully hope the administration remains accessible to the common man and doesn't get lost in bureaucracy. We need action, not just announcements.
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Kavya N
His family's political background gives him experience, but he must carve his own path. Focus on women's safety and tourism potential of Bihar! Our state has so much history to showcase to the world.

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