Samrat Choudhary becomes the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar
Samrat Choudhary becomes the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar
On April 15, 2026, Samrat Choudhary made political history by becoming the first member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar.
This historic transition at the Lok Bhawan in Patna marks a major shift in the political landscape of one of India's most populous states.
The appointment follows the resignation of veteran leader Nitish Kumar, who served as Chief Minister for nearly two decades.
To maintain stability, the new government includes two Deputy Chief Ministers from the Janata Dal (United): Bijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Chaudhary.
Choudhary, who represents the Koeri community, brings three decades of political experience to the role, having previously served as Deputy Chief Minister and State BJP President.
As he takes office, Choudhary has pledged to prioritize infrastructure, law and order, and the development-focused governance model championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aiming to reshape the future of the NDA alliance in Bihar.
