Bihar: After nearly two decades, Bihar has witnessed a major political shift with the appointment of Samrat Choudhary as the new Chief Minister. He officially took oath at 10:50 AM, marking a significant moment in the state’s political landscape. With this, he becomes the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to hold the top post in Bihar and the state’s 24th Chief Minister.
Deputy Chief Ministers Also Sworn In
Alongside him, two Deputy Chief Ministers—Bijendra Yadav and Vijay Choudhary—also took oath as ministers, strengthening the new leadership team.
Presence of Top NDA Leaders
The swearing-in ceremony turned into a high-profile political event, attended by several prominent NDA leaders. Among those present was BJP President JP Nadda, along with other senior figures, highlighting the importance of this transition.
CM Samrat Choudhary’s First Statement
Soon after taking charge, Samrat Choudhary expressed his commitment to the state, saying he would begin working for Bihar immediately. He emphasized that governance in the state would follow the “Modi-Nitish model,” referring to the leadership approach associated with Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar.
Reactions from BJP Leaders
BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal welcomed the development, calling it a proud moment. He stated that Samrat Choudhary would carry forward the vision of a developed Bihar, originally envisioned by Nitish Kumar, and take it to the next level under his guidance.
Emotional Words from His Father
Samrat Choudhary’s father, Shakuni Choudhary, expressed deep emotion over the moment. He said that despite years of struggle without success, this achievement feels like a blessing. He credited leaders like Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Nitish Kumar for making this possible.
A Turning Point for Bihar
This leadership change is being seen as a major turning point for Bihar, with expectations high from the new government as it begins its tenure under Samrat Choudhary.