Samrat Choudhary takes oath as Bihar’s 24th Chief Minister, marking BJP’s first leadership in the state
April 15, 2026: Samrat Choudhary took oath as the 24th Chief Minister of Bihar, becoming the first leader from the BJP to hold the top post in the state. He arrived at the venue in Patna ahead of the ceremony and earlier visited the Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple to seek blessings before assuming office. His elevation comes shortly after Nitish Kumar stepped down, paving the way for a leadership transition.
The swearing-in marks a significant political shift, with the NDA coalition backing Choudhary as its consensus candidate. Union Minister Giriraj Singh emphasised that the government reflects a collective mandate of alliance partners, noting that the BJP is not forming the government alone but as part of a five-party coalition.
Choudhary’s appointment signals a new phase in Bihar politics under BJP leadership within the NDA framework. The transition follows Nitish Kumar’s move to national politics, with alliance leaders expressing confidence that the new government will continue governance and development efforts in the state.