Samrat Choudhary Becomes Bihar's First BJP Chief Minister
Samrat Choudhary will take the oath of office on April 15, 2026, becoming the first Chief Minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bihar. He was elected as the leader of the BJP and NDA Legislature Parties on April 14, 2026, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar, who served as Chief Minister for 15 years. Choudhary, previously with the Rashtriya Janata Dal, joined the BJP in 2017 and has since risen to prominence, serving as state BJP president and deputy chief minister. He represents the Koeri community, a significant OBC group in Bihar, and aims to strengthen the BJP's base in the state while managing alliances with parties like JD(U) and others. His political journey includes various ministerial roles and a focus on Bihar's socio-political landscape.
Published 1 day ago • 14 Apr 2026, 04:41 PM IST