Nitish Kumar Resigns; Samrat Choudhary Set to Become Bihar’s New Chief Minister

Historic Shift in Bihar Politics

In a major political development, Nitish Kumar has resigned as Chief Minister, marking the end of an era that spanned nearly two decades. April 14, 2026, is now being seen as the beginning of a new chapter in Bihar politics.

Samrat Choudhary to Take Oath as CM

Samrat Choudhary has been elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party and is set to take oath as the new Chief Minister at 11 AM tomorrow. This will be the first time a leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) assumes the top post in Bihar.

Political Legacy and Early Life

Born on November 16, 1968, in Munger district, Samrat Choudhary comes from a strong political background. His father, Shakuni Choudhary, was a prominent political figure and a founding member of the Samata Party, known to be close to both Lalu Prasad Yadav and Nitish Kumar. His mother, Parvati Devi, also served as an MLA.

Political Journey Across Parties

Samrat Choudhary began his active political career in the 1990s under the guidance of Lalu Prasad Yadav. In 1999, he became Agriculture Minister in the government led by Rabri Devi.

He later served as Chief Whip of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly in 2010. In 2014, he left the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) to join Janata Dal (United), led by Nitish Kumar.

Rise in BJP and Leadership Roles

In 2017, Samrat Choudhary joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, marking a turning point in his political career. His stature grew steadily within the party:

• Appointed State Vice President in 2019
• Became a Member of Legislative Council (MLC) in 2020
• Served as Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council in 2022

In 2023, he was appointed as the Bihar BJP State President. A year later, in 2024, he took oath as Deputy Chief Minister and also handled the Finance portfolio. He later took charge of key departments, including the Home Ministry.

A New Political Era Begins

With Samrat Choudhary set to take over as Chief Minister, Bihar is poised for a significant political shift. His journey—from working under Lalu Prasad Yadav to rising through the ranks of the BJP—highlights a dynamic and evolving political career.

Conclusion

As Bihar prepares for this leadership transition, all eyes are on how the new Chief Minister will shape governance and policy in the state, marking a fresh phase in its political landscape.