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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 15, 2026, 19:28:33 IST
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Bihar CM News Live Updates: CM Choudhary retains 29 depts; two deputy CMs named
Bihar is undergoing a major political transition as Nitish Kumar stepped down from the post of CM, paving the way for a BJP-led government in the state for the first time. Samrat Choudhary has been elected as the leader of BJP legislative party.
The development comes as Kumar, who heads the JD(U) and was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, moves toward concluding his long tenure as chief minister. The transition was set in motion through a cabinet meeting in Patna, which ministers described as emotional, with expressions of gratitude and reflection on Kumar’s long political and administrative journey in the state.
Following the meeting, Nitish formally tendered his resignation to the governor after completing procedural requirements, including informing his cabinet colleagues. His resignation would mark the formal end of the current government and initiate the process for formation of a new administration under the National Democratic Alliance.
The BJP, which is the single largest party in the 243-member Bihar Assembly with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to hold a legislature party meeting to elect its leader. This decision is crucial as it will effectively determine the next chief ministerial face of the state. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is being widely discussed as a potential frontrunner due to his organisational role and political prominence, although party insiders suggest the final decision will be taken by the BJP’s central leadership, which has in the past opted for surprise choices in key states.
Once the legislature party leader is chosen, all NDA legislators—comprising 202 MLAs across alliance partners including JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha—are expected to meet to formally demonstrate majority support before approaching the governor to stake claim for government formation.
JD(U) leaders have indicated that even after stepping down, Nitish Kumar is likely to remain active in Bihar politics and continue to play a guiding role in the evolving political arrangement, signalling continuity amid leadership change.
The development comes as Kumar, who heads the JD(U) and was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, moves toward concluding his long tenure as chief minister. The transition was set in motion through a cabinet meeting in Patna, which ministers described as emotional, with expressions of gratitude and reflection on Kumar’s long political and administrative journey in the state.
Following the meeting, Nitish formally tendered his resignation to the governor after completing procedural requirements, including informing his cabinet colleagues. His resignation would mark the formal end of the current government and initiate the process for formation of a new administration under the National Democratic Alliance.
The BJP, which is the single largest party in the 243-member Bihar Assembly with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to hold a legislature party meeting to elect its leader. This decision is crucial as it will effectively determine the next chief ministerial face of the state. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is being widely discussed as a potential frontrunner due to his organisational role and political prominence, although party insiders suggest the final decision will be taken by the BJP’s central leadership, which has in the past opted for surprise choices in key states.
Once the legislature party leader is chosen, all NDA legislators—comprising 202 MLAs across alliance partners including JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha—are expected to meet to formally demonstrate majority support before approaching the governor to stake claim for government formation.
JD(U) leaders have indicated that even after stepping down, Nitish Kumar is likely to remain active in Bihar politics and continue to play a guiding role in the evolving political arrangement, signalling continuity amid leadership change.
19:28 (IST) Apr 15
BJP top brass congratulates Samrat Choudhary on taking oath as Bihar CM
Senior leaders of the BJP extended congratulations to Samrat Choudhary after he took oath as the chief minister of Bihar, with Amit Shah stating that the NDA government will work with renewed energy to build a “secure and developed Bihar” under his leadership.
Choudhary was sworn in as the 24th chief minister of Bihar, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the state’s top post. The oath was administered by governor Syed Ata Hasnain at Lok Bhawan in Patna, in the presence of Nitish Kumar, who stepped down a day earlier after joining the Rajya Sabha, along with Union minister JP Nadda and Chirag Paswan, representing key allies in the NDA coalition in Bihar.
Choudhary was sworn in as the 24th chief minister of Bihar, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the state’s top post. The oath was administered by governor Syed Ata Hasnain at Lok Bhawan in Patna, in the presence of Nitish Kumar, who stepped down a day earlier after joining the Rajya Sabha, along with Union minister JP Nadda and Chirag Paswan, representing key allies in the NDA coalition in Bihar.
18:45 (IST) Apr 15
'By the grace of Modi and Shah': Shakuni Choudhary hails son Samrat's elevation as Bihar CM
"Sometimes it is by the grace of God. We fought the entire battle but did not succeed. Today, by the grace of Amit Shah, Narendra Modi, and Nitish Kumar, this position has been attained," he said.
18:11 (IST) Apr 15
Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Vijay Kumar Chaudhary appointed deputy CMs in new Bihar government
Senior leader Bijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Chaudhary have been designated as deputy chief ministers in the newly formed Bihar government. The appointments underline the Janata Dal (United)’s effort to balance experience and leadership within the administration. Both leaders are seasoned figures in state politics and are expected to play key roles in governance and policy implementation in the coming term.
18:06 (IST) Apr 15
Bihar cabinet allocated: CM Samrat Choudhary retains 29 key portfolios; deputies share major departments
New Bihar chief minister Samrat Choudhary has announced the allocation of cabinet portfolios for the state government, with Choudhary and his two deputies taking charge of key departments.
Choudhary holds the largest share, overseeing 29 departments, including major ministries such as home, agriculture, health, tourism, art and culture, and sports.
Deputy chief minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has been assigned 10 departments, including water resources, minority welfare, education, higher education, transport, and rural development, signalling a focus on infrastructure and social sectors.
The second deputy chief minister, Bijendra Prasad Yadav, will handle 8 departments, including key portfolios such as energy and finance, placing him in charge of the state’s economic and power sectors.
Choudhary holds the largest share, overseeing 29 departments, including major ministries such as home, agriculture, health, tourism, art and culture, and sports.
Deputy chief minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has been assigned 10 departments, including water resources, minority welfare, education, higher education, transport, and rural development, signalling a focus on infrastructure and social sectors.
The second deputy chief minister, Bijendra Prasad Yadav, will handle 8 departments, including key portfolios such as energy and finance, placing him in charge of the state’s economic and power sectors.
11:36 (IST) Apr 15
BJP's Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar chief minister
BJP leader Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the chief minister of Bihar on Wednesday, the first from the saffron party to hold the post.
Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (retd) administered the oath of office and secrecy to Choudhry as chief minister and to JD(U)'s Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav as members of the Council of Ministers at the Lok Bhawan here.
Top leaders of the ruling NDA in Bihar, which comprises the BJP, JD(U) and three other parties, attended the ceremony. They included Union Ministers J P Nadda and Chirag Paswan, Nitish Kumar, and all NDA MLAs.
Nitish Kumar, who is now a Rajya Sabha MP, relinquished the chief minister's post on Tuesday, dissolving his cabinet in which Choudhary was a deputy chief minister and held the crucial home portfolio.
Choudhary, who joined the BJP in 2017, was named the legislative party leader on Tuesday in the presence of top functionaries like BJP chief Nitin Nabin and Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, whom the parliamentary board had named as "central observer" for the transition.
10:07 (IST) Apr 15
BJP's Samrat Choudhary set to be sworn in as Bihar chief minister
BJP leader Samrat Choudhary will be sworn in as the chief minister of Bihar on Wednesday, marking the first time the party will lead a government in the state.
Choudhary (57) is scheduled to be administered the oath of office at the Lok Bhawan here, in the presence of top leaders of the NDA, which comprises the BJP, Nitish Kumar's JD(U) and three other parties.
Besides, the chief ministers of several states will attend the oath-taking ceremony.
Kumar, who is now a Rajya Sabha MP, relinquished the chief minister's post on Tuesday, dissolving his Cabinet in which Choudhary was a deputy chief minister and held the crucial home portfolio.
Choudhary, who joined the BJP in 2017, was named the legislative party leader on Tuesday in the presence of top functionaries like BJP chief Nitin Nabin and Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, whom the parliamentary board had named as "central observer" for the transition.
Choudhary (57) is scheduled to be administered the oath of office at the Lok Bhawan here, in the presence of top leaders of the NDA, which comprises the BJP, Nitish Kumar's JD(U) and three other parties.
Besides, the chief ministers of several states will attend the oath-taking ceremony.
Kumar, who is now a Rajya Sabha MP, relinquished the chief minister's post on Tuesday, dissolving his Cabinet in which Choudhary was a deputy chief minister and held the crucial home portfolio.
Choudhary, who joined the BJP in 2017, was named the legislative party leader on Tuesday in the presence of top functionaries like BJP chief Nitin Nabin and Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, whom the parliamentary board had named as "central observer" for the transition.
09:12 (IST) Apr 15
'No one can replace Nitish Kumar, did lot of work in Bihar': Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday said no one can replace Nitish Kumar in Bihar adding that the latter did a lot of work for the state.
Speaking to reporters here, Yadav said that Nitish Kumar had a distinct image among the common people, particularly among backward communities, and had contributed significantly to Bihar's development.
"No one can replace Nitish Kumar. He had a different image among the common people and among the backwards... He did a lot of work in Bihar, and when it came to forming the INDIA alliance, all the people of the INDIA alliance, especially we socialists, were hoping that he would become the PM of the country by staying with us. But see the BJP's game. Now he will not be able to become the PM. He will retire as a member of the Rajya Sabha after becoming an MP," Yadav said.
Samrat Choudhary's elevation as the NDA Legislative Party leader comes amid ongoing political developments in Bihar.
Earlier, the newly elected leader of the BJP Legislative Party in Bihar, Samrat Choudhary, met Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (retd) at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday and staked a claim to form the government in the state.
Speaking to reporters here, Yadav said that Nitish Kumar had a distinct image among the common people, particularly among backward communities, and had contributed significantly to Bihar's development.
"No one can replace Nitish Kumar. He had a different image among the common people and among the backwards... He did a lot of work in Bihar, and when it came to forming the INDIA alliance, all the people of the INDIA alliance, especially we socialists, were hoping that he would become the PM of the country by staying with us. But see the BJP's game. Now he will not be able to become the PM. He will retire as a member of the Rajya Sabha after becoming an MP," Yadav said.
Samrat Choudhary's elevation as the NDA Legislative Party leader comes amid ongoing political developments in Bihar.
Earlier, the newly elected leader of the BJP Legislative Party in Bihar, Samrat Choudhary, met Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (retd) at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday and staked a claim to form the government in the state.
08:52 (IST) Apr 15
Samrat Chaudhary to take oath as new Bihar CM today
On BJP's Samrat Choudhary to take oath as Bihar CM today, Bihar BJP State president Sanjay Saraogi said, "After the 20-year tenure of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, today Samrat Chaudhary will take oath as the new chief minister, and Vijay Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav as deputy chief ministers.
"The line of development that Nitish Kumar had drawn will be further advanced under the leadership of Samrat Chaudhary," he added.
"The line of development that Nitish Kumar had drawn will be further advanced under the leadership of Samrat Chaudhary," he added.
21:23 (IST) Apr 14
Best wishes to Samrat Choudhary, says BJP MLA Maithili Thakur
"Best wishes to Samrat Choudhary. This is a very big day for Bihar and we are also witnessing a very big transition...Nitish Kumar's prestige is greater than any position; he has brought Bihar from 'jungle raj' to 'sushasan raj'. Bihar respects him a lot," he said.
20:06 (IST) Apr 14
Joyous day for NDA, Samrat Choudhary will become the CM, says BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal
"This is a joyous day for the NDA, Samrat Choudhary will become the chief minister. He has received the full support of the NDA, and under the leadership of chief minister Nitish Kumar, whatever development work has been done, he will carry that forward," he said.
19:21 (IST) Apr 14
Samrat Choudhary stakes claim to form government in Bihar after meeting governor
Samrat Choudhary met Bihar governor Syed Ata Hasnainat Lok Bhavan and formally staked claim to form the government in the state. The move comes after Choudhary’s election as leader of the NDA legislative party, positioning the Bharatiya Janata Party to take charge of the government in Bihar.
19:18 (IST) Apr 14
'He will realise the dreams of the state being Viksit Bihar,' says JD(U) MLA Umesh Singh Kushwaha
"Samrat Choudhary has been elected as the Leader of NDA Legislative Party. He will realise the dreams of the state being Viksit Bihar. He will meet the expectations of the 14 crore people of Bihar...He will carry forward the good governance model of our leader, Nitish Kumar...Someone like Nitish Kumar takes birth once in an era; the absence of such a leader will always be felt. There has never been, and there never will be, an alternative to Nitish Kumar. There is no such leader," he said.
18:47 (IST) Apr 14
'Huge responsibility': Union MoS Satish Chandra Dubey on Samrat Choudhary being elected as the leader of the Bihar NDA legislative party
"Being a CM is a huge responsibility but he is very experienced. He will work well and fulfill the incomplete works of Nitish Kumar," he said.
18:31 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar new CM Samrat Choudhary's oath-taking ceremony likely tomorrow
Samrat Choudhary, currently Bihar’s deputy chief minister, was elected leader of the NDA legislative party, clearing the way for him to become the state’s first chief minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party, Union minister Nityanand Rai said.
Earlier in the day, Nitish Kumar, who leads the Janata Dal (United) and was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, stepped down as chief minister.
Choudhary is now likely to be sworn in as Bihar’s next chief minister on Wednesday.
Earlier in the day, Nitish Kumar, who leads the Janata Dal (United) and was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, stepped down as chief minister.
Choudhary is now likely to be sworn in as Bihar’s next chief minister on Wednesday.
18:13 (IST) Apr 14
Watch: Former Bihar CM Nitish Kumar garlands BJP's legislative party leader Samrat Chaudhary at the NDA legislature party meet
17:50 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar gets new CM, Samrat Choudhary to take over the top post after Nitish Kumar
Samrat Choudhary was chosen as the leader of the BJP Legislative Party in Bihar, clearing the path for him to take over as chief minister after Nitish Kumar stepped down.
Nitish Kumar, who had been in office for over two decades, submitted his resignation earlier in the day, which was accepted by governor Syed Ata Hasnain.
With this, Samrat Choudhary is set to become the first chief minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar, who had been in office for over two decades, submitted his resignation earlier in the day, which was accepted by governor Syed Ata Hasnain.
With this, Samrat Choudhary is set to become the first chief minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party in Bihar.
17:31 (IST) Apr 14
'Deeply grateful and extend my heartfelt thanks to all the top leadership of NDA,' says Samrat Choudhary after being elected leader of BJP legislative party
"I am deeply grateful and extend my heartfelt thanks to all the top leadership of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and all the esteemed members of the #Bihar_Legislative_Party for the trust they have placed in me and for entrusting me with the responsibility of #Leader of the #Bihar_Legislative_Party. This responsibility is both an honour and a significant accountability for me. I shall make every possible effort to live up to the expectations of the people of Bihar with complete dedication, loyalty, and integrity," he said.
"Under the experienced guidance of the Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji and the Honourable Leader Shri @NitishKumar Ji, I shall continue to work tirelessly to take Bihar to new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity. Your affection, trust, and blessings are my greatest strength. Jai-Jai Bihar, Jai-Jai Bharat!" he added.
"Under the experienced guidance of the Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji and the Honourable Leader Shri @NitishKumar Ji, I shall continue to work tirelessly to take Bihar to new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity. Your affection, trust, and blessings are my greatest strength. Jai-Jai Bihar, Jai-Jai Bharat!" he added.
17:08 (IST) Apr 14
Samrat Choudhary was elected unanimously, says Union minister Giriraj Singh
"Firstly I want to thank Nitish Kumar who made up his mind to come to the centre and Samrat Choudhary was elected unanimously," he said.
16:41 (IST) Apr 14
'Emotional moment for all of us': Union minister Chirag Paswan on Nitish Kumar resignation
"In a way, this is also an emotional moment for all of us. For over two decades, Bihar and its people have benefited from his leadership. Today, as he moves forward toward a new chapter, I extend to him, on behalf of my party, best wishes for the future," he said.
16:26 (IST) Apr 14
'Not merely a post for me, but a sacred opportunity to serve the people': Samrat Choudhary after being elected leader of BJP legislative party
"I express my heartfelt gratitude to the central leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party for reposing their trust in me by assigning me the responsibility of the #Leader of the #BJP_Bihar_Legislative_Party. This is not merely a post for me, but a sacred opportunity to serve the people of Bihar, to realise their trust and aspirations," he said.
"I pledge to live up to the expectations of one and all with complete dedication, commitment, and integrity. Under the able leadership of the country’s esteemed Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji and the guidance of the honourable National President Shri @NitinNabin ji, I shall remain ceaselessly committed to taking Bihar to new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity. Your affection, blessings, and support are my greatest strength. Jai Bihar, Jai Bharat!" he added.
"I pledge to live up to the expectations of one and all with complete dedication, commitment, and integrity. Under the able leadership of the country’s esteemed Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji and the guidance of the honourable National President Shri @NitinNabin ji, I shall remain ceaselessly committed to taking Bihar to new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity. Your affection, blessings, and support are my greatest strength. Jai Bihar, Jai Bharat!" he added.
16:18 (IST) Apr 14
Watch: Samrat Choudhary unanimously elected as the leader of the BJP legislative Party in Bihar
16:09 (IST) Apr 14
Samrat Choudhary elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party in Bihar
16:05 (IST) Apr 14
BJP ally Kushwaha congratulates Bihar dy CM Samrat Choudhary for his 'new responsibility'
15:32 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: 'Bihar will advance a great deal,' says Nitish Kumar after submitting his resignation to governor as Bihar chief minister
"You know that on 24 November 2005, an NDA government was formed in the state for the first time. Since then, the rule of law has prevailed in the state, and we have been continuously engaged in developmental work. From the very beginning, the government has worked for the development of all sections of society—whether Hindu, Muslim, upper caste, backward, extremely backward, Dalit, or Mahadalit—work has been done for everyone. Work has been carried out in every sector, be it education, health, roads, electricity, or agriculture. A great deal of work has also been done for women and youth.In these days, the work has been taken even further. For the next five years—that is, from 2025 to 2030—the formation of 7 Nischay-3 has been undertaken. This will lead to even more work, as a result of which Bihar will advance considerably," he said.
"The Centre is also extending its full cooperation in Bihar's development. For this, we bow to the honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Bihar will develop even more rapidly and join the ranks of the top states in the country, thereby making a significant contribution to the nation's progress.We have done a great deal of work for the people of Bihar. For all these days, we have continuously served the people. We had decided that we would now step down from the post of Chief Minister, and therefore, after today's cabinet meeting, we met the honourable Governor and submitted our resignation. The new government will now look after the affairs here. The new government will have my full cooperation and guidance. Even ahead, a great deal of good work will be done, and Bihar will advance a great deal.I extend my very best thanks to everyone and offer my best wishes," he added.
"The Centre is also extending its full cooperation in Bihar's development. For this, we bow to the honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. Bihar will develop even more rapidly and join the ranks of the top states in the country, thereby making a significant contribution to the nation's progress.We have done a great deal of work for the people of Bihar. For all these days, we have continuously served the people. We had decided that we would now step down from the post of Chief Minister, and therefore, after today's cabinet meeting, we met the honourable Governor and submitted our resignation. The new government will now look after the affairs here. The new government will have my full cooperation and guidance. Even ahead, a great deal of good work will be done, and Bihar will advance a great deal.I extend my very best thanks to everyone and offer my best wishes," he added.
15:24 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar submits his resignation to governor as Bihar chief minister
15:16 (IST) Apr 14
Watch: Outgoing Bihar CM Nitish Kumar arrives at Lok Bhavan in Patna
14:58 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Nitish Kumar recommends cabinet dissolution
He reccommended the dissolution before meeting governor to submit resignation as Bihar CM, said state minister Ram Kripal Yadav.
14:39 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: 'It was last Cabinet meeting in which CM Nitish Kumar addressed all MLAs,' says JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha
Sanjay Kumar Jha, the National Working President of Janata Dal (United), said that the day marked the final Cabinet meeting of outgoing chief minister Nitish Kumar, during which he also addressed all MLAs.
He noted that the Cabinet meeting was held at the old secretariat and confirmed that Nitish Kumar would later meet the governor the same day. Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Jha said the CM himself described it as his last Cabinet session and reiterated that he would proceed to meet the Governor afterward.
Jha further emphasized that both the current and future governments would continue to operate under Nitish Kumar’s guidance, describing the moment as emotionally significant for the state.
He noted that the Cabinet meeting was held at the old secretariat and confirmed that Nitish Kumar would later meet the governor the same day. Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Jha said the CM himself described it as his last Cabinet session and reiterated that he would proceed to meet the Governor afterward.
Jha further emphasized that both the current and future governments would continue to operate under Nitish Kumar’s guidance, describing the moment as emotionally significant for the state.
14:11 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: 'Dignity and reputation of Bihar were restored after Nitish ji became CM,' says JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha
"The dignity and reputation of Bihar were restored after Nitish ji became the CM and people across the country and the world started recognising it. The way he has worked, 21 years of selfless service to Bihar, I don't think he had any other focus, whether on a personal front or anything else. It doesn't seem like there was even a concept of a holiday in his dictionary... Even in the 2025 elections, we contested under the leadership of Nitish ji. I still remember how, even in the rain, he traveled by road to attend programmes," he said.
13:55 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar News: Nitish Kumar likely to resign as Bihar CM before 3 pm
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to meet Governor Syed Ata Hasnain before 3 pm on Tuesday to submit his resignation, paving the way for the formation of what could be Bihar’s first BJP-led government, a party leader said.
Ahead of the move, Nitish recommended the dissolution of his cabinet and informed his colleagues of the decision during a meeting earlier in the day. The step is a constitutional requirement before a chief minister tenders resignation to the governor.
State minister Ram Kripal Yadav said the meeting was marked by emotional scenes as Kumar addressed the council of ministers. “It was a very emotional moment for all of us. The CM informed us about his decision for dissolution of the cabinet. He will submit his resignation as CM to the governor later in the day," he said.
Kumar, the state’s longest-serving chief minister, is stepping down amid a broader political transition in Bihar.
Meanwhile, the BJP, the single largest party in the 243-member assembly with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to elect its legislature party leader at its office in Patna around 3 pm, a decision that will determine the next chief minister.
Ahead of the move, Nitish recommended the dissolution of his cabinet and informed his colleagues of the decision during a meeting earlier in the day. The step is a constitutional requirement before a chief minister tenders resignation to the governor.
State minister Ram Kripal Yadav said the meeting was marked by emotional scenes as Kumar addressed the council of ministers. “It was a very emotional moment for all of us. The CM informed us about his decision for dissolution of the cabinet. He will submit his resignation as CM to the governor later in the day," he said.
Kumar, the state’s longest-serving chief minister, is stepping down amid a broader political transition in Bihar.
Meanwhile, the BJP, the single largest party in the 243-member assembly with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to elect its legislature party leader at its office in Patna around 3 pm, a decision that will determine the next chief minister.
13:22 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Top BJP leaders arrive in Patna as Nitish Kumar likely to step down as Bihar CM
BJP’s central observer for Bihar and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with BJP National President Nitin Nabin and National General Secretary Vinod Tawde, arrived in Patna ahead of key meetings to decide the next chief minister. Their arrival comes amid fast-moving political developments in the state, with chief minister Nitish Kumar likely to step down later in the day after having been sworn in as a Rajya Sabha MP on April 10, 2026.
12:59 (IST) Apr 14
New Bihar CM announcement : 'Everything will become clear,' says BJP MLA Maithili Thakur on Bihar CM announcement after Nitish Kumar's impending exit
BJP MLA Maithili Thakur said that the name of Bihar’s next Chief Minister will be decided at the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting scheduled later in the day.
Speaking to ANI, she said, “Today everything will become clear. Whatever decision is made will be presented with clarity.”
Commenting on Nitish Kumar’s 20-year political journey, Thakur credited him with transforming the state and improving people’s lives. “Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is known to everyone by the name of Vikas Purush. If today we are able to live independently in Bihar, it is because of Nitish Kumar,” she added.
Speaking to ANI, she said, “Today everything will become clear. Whatever decision is made will be presented with clarity.”
Commenting on Nitish Kumar’s 20-year political journey, Thakur credited him with transforming the state and improving people’s lives. “Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is known to everyone by the name of Vikas Purush. If today we are able to live independently in Bihar, it is because of Nitish Kumar,” she added.
12:42 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar News: 'Outgoing Bihar CM to submit his resignation as CM to the governor later in the day,' says state cabinet minister
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar recommended the dissolution of his cabinet before meeting Governor Syed Ata Hasnain to submit his resignation from the top post, state minister Ram Kripal Yadav said.
Kumar, the state’s longest-serving chief minister, informed his cabinet colleagues of his decision during a cabinet meeting, a constitutional step required before tendering his resignation to the governor, Yadav told reporters.
“It was a very emotional moment for all of us. The CM informed us about his decision for dissolution of the cabinet. He will submit his resignation as CM to the governor later in the day," Yadav said.
Kumar, the state’s longest-serving chief minister, informed his cabinet colleagues of his decision during a cabinet meeting, a constitutional step required before tendering his resignation to the governor, Yadav told reporters.
“It was a very emotional moment for all of us. The CM informed us about his decision for dissolution of the cabinet. He will submit his resignation as CM to the governor later in the day," Yadav said.
12:31 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Sanjay Jha calls Bihar transition ‘emotional moment’, says future governments will work under Nitish Kumar’s guidance
JDU National Working President and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha described the political transition in Bihar as an “emotional moment,” while praising the outgoing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s long tenure and its impact on the state’s development. He said the transformation under Kumar’s leadership had restored pride among the people of Bihar.
Speaking to reporters, Jha said, “This is an emotional moment for the 140 million people of Bihar. We always say that we felt ashamed to say we are Bihari before Nitish ji's arrival, and after his arrival, Bihar's respect and prestige remained intact...”
Reiterating his support for Nitish Kumar, Jha asserted that future governments in Bihar would continue to function under his influence and guidance. “As far as this government is concerned, whichever Chief Minister is there, whichever government will be formed, it will be Nitish Kumar's. This government will function under the support and guidance of Nitish Kumar for the next 25-30 years and beyond. His guidance will always be with this government. His suggestions will always be with this government...,” he added.
Speaking to reporters, Jha said, “This is an emotional moment for the 140 million people of Bihar. We always say that we felt ashamed to say we are Bihari before Nitish ji's arrival, and after his arrival, Bihar's respect and prestige remained intact...”
Reiterating his support for Nitish Kumar, Jha asserted that future governments in Bihar would continue to function under his influence and guidance. “As far as this government is concerned, whichever Chief Minister is there, whichever government will be formed, it will be Nitish Kumar's. This government will function under the support and guidance of Nitish Kumar for the next 25-30 years and beyond. His guidance will always be with this government. His suggestions will always be with this government...,” he added.
12:22 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Nitish Kumar moves to dissolve cabinet
Nitish Kumar has recommended the dissolution of the state cabinet before meeting the governor to submit his resignation as Bihar chief minister, said state minister Ram Kripal Yadav.
12:16 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar CM News Live Updates: BJP Legislative Party to meet at 4pm
The outgoing Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar chaired the last State Cabinet meeting at the Old Secretariat.
Before the Cabinet meeting, he also paid floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr BR. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary.
BJP MLA Vinod Narayan Jha said that a meeting of the BJP Legislative Party will be held from 2 pm onwards, followed by an NDA meeting.
Speaking to reporters, he said, “From 2 pm onwards, a meeting of the BJP Legislative Party will be held, after which there will be an NDA meeting. Our national leaders are coming here.”
BJP National General Secretary (Organisation) BL Santhosh also arrived in Patna to attend the meetings.
Before the Cabinet meeting, he also paid floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr BR. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary.
BJP MLA Vinod Narayan Jha said that a meeting of the BJP Legislative Party will be held from 2 pm onwards, followed by an NDA meeting.
Speaking to reporters, he said, “From 2 pm onwards, a meeting of the BJP Legislative Party will be held, after which there will be an NDA meeting. Our national leaders are coming here.”
BJP National General Secretary (Organisation) BL Santhosh also arrived in Patna to attend the meetings.
12:06 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Outgoing Bihar CM Nitish Kumar holds last cabinet meeting
Giving the details on the last State Cabinet meeting, Bihar Minister & JD(U) MLA Mohammad Zama Khan said, "The people of Bihar will remember him. He promised that he would continue to look after Bihar. We were all emotional. He was our guardian..."
Bihar minister Ramkripal Yadav also described the mood of the meeting saying, "The CM expressed gratitude towards the members of the Cabinet and the public. It was an emotional moment where he expressed his emotions. Everyone is emotional today. All that Nitish Kumar ji has done for the state no one else has done...Everyone was emotional today."
Bihar minister Ramkripal Yadav also described the mood of the meeting saying, "The CM expressed gratitude towards the members of the Cabinet and the public. It was an emotional moment where he expressed his emotions. Everyone is emotional today. All that Nitish Kumar ji has done for the state no one else has done...Everyone was emotional today."
11:41 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar CM News Live Updates: Speculations mount around new CM face
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, who currently holds the Home portfolio, is being widely discussed within political circles as a possible contender for the chief minister’s post, largely due to his organisational role and prominence within the Bihar BJP. However, party insiders indicate that the final decision will rest with the central leadership, which has in the past opted for unexpected choices in states such as Rajasthan, Delhi and Madhya Pradesh. With no official confirmation yet, speculation continues in Patna’s political circles ahead of the legislature party meeting, where the leadership selection is expected to be formally decided and subsequently endorsed by the party’s central leadership.
11:38 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: NDA legislative strength to be demonstrated before governor after key meetings
Later in the day, all NDA legislators—totalling 202 members across alliance partners including JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha—are scheduled to meet at the Central Hall of the Bihar Assembly at 4 pm. During this meeting, the alliance is expected to formally present its majority support before approaching the governor to stake claim for government formation.
11:38 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar CM News Live Updates: BJP to elect legislature party leader as leadership race takes centre stage
The BJP, as the single largest party in the 243-member Bihar Assembly with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to elect its legislature party leader at a meeting at 3 pm in Patna. This decision will effectively determine the next chief ministerial face of the state, with deputy chief minister Samrat Choudhary emerging as a prominent contender. However, party insiders suggest that the final choice remains firmly with the central leadership, which has previously demonstrated a tendency to opt for unexpected leadership selections in key states. The outcome of this meeting will pace the process for choosing the new CM face.
11:36 (IST) Apr 14
Nitish Kumar Resignation: Nitish Kumar to resign after cabinet meeting as formal transition process begins
Nitish Kumar is expected to tender his resignation shortly after chairing his final cabinet meeting, in line with constitutional and procedural requirements. The now Rajya Sabha MP was seen heading to the cabinet meeting which will kick-off the formal process of resignation and subsequent choosing of a new CM.
He is expected to inform his cabinet colleagues before proceeding to the Raj Bhavan to submit his resignation to the governor, effectively dissolving the existing government. This step will formally trigger the transition process for the formation of a new NDA-led government in the state. Political observers note that the resignation marks the end of a long governing cycle for Kumar, while simultaneously initiating a carefully coordinated power transfer within the alliance framework.
He is expected to inform his cabinet colleagues before proceeding to the Raj Bhavan to submit his resignation to the governor, effectively dissolving the existing government. This step will formally trigger the transition process for the formation of a new NDA-led government in the state. Political observers note that the resignation marks the end of a long governing cycle for Kumar, while simultaneously initiating a carefully coordinated power transfer within the alliance framework.
11:33 (IST) Apr 14
Bihar set for major political reset as Nitish Kumar prepares to exit CM post
Bihar is likely heading into a major political transition as long-serving chief minister Nitish Kumar is expected to step down, clearing the way for a BJP-led government in the state for the first time. Kumar, who also heads the JD(U) and was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, is seen as preparing for a formal exit after years at the helm of Bihar politics. The development marks a significant shift in the state’s political balance, with the NDA poised to take full control following internal coordination between alliance partners and a scheduled sequence of meetings through the day.
Bihar is witnessing a significant political transition as chief minister Nitish Kumar stepped down from the post, setting the stage for a BJP-led government in the state for the first time. Samrat Choudhary has been elected as the leader of BJP legislative party.
The development comes as Nitish, who heads the JD(U) and recently became a Rajya Sabha MP, moves toward formally ending his current tenure after years in office. He chaired a cabinet meeting in Patna that was described by ministers as emotional, with leaders noting expressions of gratitude and reflection on his long administrative tenure.
Following the cabinet meeting, Kumar submited his resignation to the governor after completing constitutional procedures, including informing his cabinet colleagues. This would formally trigger the process of government formation under the NDA, which currently holds a clear majority in the 243-member Assembly.
The BJP, as the single largest party with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to hold a legislature party meeting to elect its leader, a decision that is expected to determine the next chief ministerial face. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is among those being discussed as a possible contender, although party insiders indicate the final decision will rest with the central leadership.
Later in the day, all NDA legislators are expected to meet to formally demonstrate majority support before approaching the governor to stake claim for forming the next government. The alliance includes JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha, together commanding 202 seats.
JD(U) leaders have indicated that Nitish Kumar is likely to remain politically active even after stepping down, continuing to influence Bihar’s political landscape in some capacity.
The development comes as Nitish, who heads the JD(U) and recently became a Rajya Sabha MP, moves toward formally ending his current tenure after years in office. He chaired a cabinet meeting in Patna that was described by ministers as emotional, with leaders noting expressions of gratitude and reflection on his long administrative tenure.
Following the cabinet meeting, Kumar submited his resignation to the governor after completing constitutional procedures, including informing his cabinet colleagues. This would formally trigger the process of government formation under the NDA, which currently holds a clear majority in the 243-member Assembly.
The BJP, as the single largest party with 89 MLAs, is scheduled to hold a legislature party meeting to elect its leader, a decision that is expected to determine the next chief ministerial face. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is among those being discussed as a possible contender, although party insiders indicate the final decision will rest with the central leadership.
Later in the day, all NDA legislators are expected to meet to formally demonstrate majority support before approaching the governor to stake claim for forming the next government. The alliance includes JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha, together commanding 202 seats.
JD(U) leaders have indicated that Nitish Kumar is likely to remain politically active even after stepping down, continuing to influence Bihar’s political landscape in some capacity.
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