Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, launched a sharp attack on newly sworn-in Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, describing him as a “product of Lalu Yadav’s classroom” and claiming he had not been elected by the people of Bihar. Yadav’s remarks came a day before Choudhary took oath as Chief Minister, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar.&nbsp;Addressing reporters, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had effectively ended Kumar’s tenure and installed Choudhary without a public mandate. “Samrat Choudhary is a product of Lalu Yadav’s classroom. Bihar’s politics will continue to revolve around Lalu Yadav. The BJP also governed alongside them for 20 years, yet Bihar’s treasury remains empty,” he said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bihar-to-get-first-bjp-cm-who-is-samrat-choudhary-bjp-leader-with-legacy-of-rjd-and-jdu-likely-to-replace-nitish-kumar-1776165681236">Bihar to get first BJP CM? Who is Samrat Choudhary, BJP leader with legacy of RJD and JDU, likely to replace Nitish Kumar</a>&nbsp;He further questioned the legitimacy of the leadership change, stating, “This is not a Chief Minister chosen by the people of Bihar. The mandate was not given by the public. Nitish ji ko BJP ne khatam kar diya toh vo ab khatam ho gaye hai,” according to news agency ANI.<h2>First BJP CM of Bihar</h2>Choudhary, who was elected leader of the BJP legislature party on Tuesday (April 14), was sworn in as Chief Minister on Wednesday, marking the first time a BJP leader has assumed the top post in Bihar. Shortly after the ceremony, he took charge of the state secretariat.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/boiler-blast-at-vedanta-limited-unit-in-chhattisgarh-kills-9-workers-rescue-operation-continues-1776173348234">Boiler blast at Vedanta Limited Unit in Chhattisgarh kills 9 workers, rescue operation continues</a>&nbsp;In a message posted on X earlier, Choudhary expressed gratitude to the party leadership and described the role as a “sacred opportunity” to serve the people of Bihar. “I express my heartfelt gratitude to the central leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party for reposing their trust in me. This is not merely a position for me, but a sacred opportunity to serve the people of Bihar,” he said.&nbsp;Choudhary previously served as Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister in the Kumar-led cabinet. He has been associated with the BJP since 2015 and has spent around three decades in politics.&nbsp;

Tejashwi Yadav criticised new CM Samrat Choudhary as a “Lalu Yadav classroom product,” questioning his mandate after Nitish Kumar’s exit marked Bihar’s first BJP-led government under the party’s leadership.

Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, launched a sharp attack on newly sworn-in Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, describing him as a “product of Lalu Yadav’s classroom” and claiming he had not been elected by the people of Bihar. Yadav’s remarks came a day before Choudhary took oath as Chief Minister, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar. Addressing reporters, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had effectively ended Kumar’s tenure and installed Choudhary without a public mandate. “Samrat Choudhary is a product of Lalu Yadav’s classroom. Bihar’s politics will continue to revolve around Lalu Yadav. The BJP also governed alongside them for 20 years, yet Bihar’s treasury remains empty,” he said. Also read: Bihar to get first BJP CM? Who is Samrat Choudhary, BJP leader with legacy of RJD and JDU, likely to replace Nitish Kumar He further questioned the legitimacy of the leadership change, stating, “This is not a Chief Minister chosen by the people of Bihar. The mandate was not given by the public. Nitish ji ko BJP ne khatam kar diya toh vo ab khatam ho gaye hai,” according to news agency ANI. First BJP CM of Bihar Choudhary, who was elected leader of the BJP legislature party on Tuesday (April 14), was sworn in as Chief Minister on Wednesday, marking the first time a BJP leader has assumed the top post in Bihar. Shortly after the ceremony, he took charge of the state secretariat. Also read: Boiler blast at Vedanta Limited Unit in Chhattisgarh kills 9 workers, rescue operation continues In a message posted on X earlier, Choudhary expressed gratitude to the party leadership and described the role as a “sacred opportunity” to serve the people of Bihar. “I express my heartfelt gratitude to the central leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party for reposing their trust in me. This is not merely a position for me, but a sacred opportunity to serve the people of Bihar,” he said. Choudhary previously served as Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister in the Kumar-led cabinet. He has been associated with the BJP since 2015 and has spent around three decades in politics.

Tejashwi Yadav criticised new CM Samrat Choudhary as a “Lalu Yadav classroom product,” questioning his mandate after Nitish Kumar’s exit marked Bihar’s first BJP-led government under the party’s leadership.

Tejashwi Yadav calls Samrat Choudhary ‘product of Lalu Yadav’s classroom’, questions mandate

Patna, Bihar: Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday (Apr 15) took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar, marking a major political shift in the state’s leadership. With the swearing-in, Choudhary becomes the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party to hold the chief minister’s post in Bihar. The development follows the resignation of Nitish Kumar, who stepped down earlier as he moves to the Rajya Sabha after serving 10 terms spanning nearly two decades at the helm.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bihar-to-get-first-bjp-cm-who-is-samrat-choudhary-bjp-leader-with-legacy-of-rjd-and-jdu-likely-to-replace-nitish-kumar-1776165681236">Who is Samrat Choudhary, likely to become first BJP CM of Bihar?</a><h2>Bihar and ‘new heights of development’: Watch swearing in HERE</h2>Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath of office to Choudhary, 57, at Lok Bhavan in Patna. The ceremony drew senior NDA figures, including Union Minister Chirag Paswan, who met Choudhary before the swearing-in and posted a congratulatory message on X, expressing confidence that Bihar would "reach new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity" under his leadership.Watch video here:

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Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-music-festival-tragedy-2-college-students-dead-after-alleged-mdma-overdose-in-goregaon-1776225595482">Mumbai music festival tragedy: 2 students dead after alleged MDMA overdose</a><h2>Who is Samrat Choudhary?</h2>Choudhary began his career in the 1990s with the Rashtriya Janata Dal before switching to the BJP in 2018. Before the BJP-JDU alliance was renewed in 2024, he was among Nitish Kumar's most vocal critics, at one point vowing publicly in 2022 that he would not remove his signature saffron turban until Kumar was removed from power. He was appointed BJP state president in 2023 and became Deputy Chief Minister in 2024.Politics runs in the family. His father, Shakuni Choudhary, won the Tarapur constituency six consecutive times. His mother, Parvati Devi, won the same seat in 1998 on a Samta Party ticket. Choudhary has a strong base within Bihar's OBC communities, particularly the Koeri and Kushwaha groups, and his appointment is seen as part of the BJP's broader effort to consolidate its support among backward communities ahead of future electoral contests.

Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister. With Nitish Kumar stepping aside, the state gets its first BJP-led government at the top.

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Patna, Bihar: Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday (Apr 15) took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar, marking a major political shift in the state’s leadership. With the swearing-in, Choudhary becomes the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party to hold the chief minister’s post in Bihar. The development follows the resignation of Nitish Kumar, who stepped down earlier as he moves to the Rajya Sabha after serving 10 terms spanning nearly two decades at the helm. Also read | Who is Samrat Choudhary, likely to become first BJP CM of Bihar? Bihar and ‘new heights of development’: Watch swearing in HERE Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain administered the oath of office to Choudhary, 57, at Lok Bhavan in Patna. The ceremony drew senior NDA figures, including Union Minister Chirag Paswan, who met Choudhary before the swearing-in and posted a congratulatory message on X, expressing confidence that Bihar would "reach new heights of development, good governance, and prosperity" under his leadership. Watch video here:

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Samrat Choudhary is set to become the new Chief Minister of Bihar after being elected leader of the BJP Legislative Party. The move marks a significant political shift in the state, with party leaders rallying behind him to steer governance and development. His swearing-in is expected to set the tone for Bihar’s political direction in the coming months.


Bihar: Nitish Makes Way For Samrat Choudhary 

BREAKING: Samrat Choudhary To Take Oath As New Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar, after serving as the chief minister of Bihar for 10 times across two decades, resigned from his position on Tuesday (April 14). Later, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) announced Samrat Choudhary as the Leader of the BJP Legislative Party in Bihar. He is likely to take oath as Bihar’s first BJP CM on Wednesday (April 15).<h2>Who is Samrat Choudhary?</h2>&nbsp;Samrat Choudhary hails from a well-established political family in Bihar. His father, Shakuni Chaudhary, was a six-time MLA from Tarapur, while his mother, Parvati Devi, also served as a legislator. This strong political lineage provided him with early exposure to public life and governance, paving the way for his entry into politics at a young age.<h2>Entry into politics and early career</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-enters-quantum-era-andhra-cm-naidu-launches-country-s-first-sovereign-hardware-ecosystem-in-amaravati-1776164702243">India enters quantum era: Andhra CM Naidu launches country's first sovereign 'hardware ecosystem' in Amaravati</a>&nbsp;Choudhary began his political journey in 1999 with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He quickly rose through the ranks and, in 2000, was elected as an MLA from Parbatta in Khagaria. His growing influence led to his induction as a minister in the government headed by Rabri Devi, marking a significant milestone in his early political career.<h2>Political journey across parties</h2>Over the years, Choudhary’s career has been defined by strategic political shifts. After his tenure with the RJD, he joined the Janata Dal (United) in 2014. During this period, he served as a minister in the government led by Jitan Ram Manjhi.&nbsp;In 2017, he moved to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), where his rise was swift. He took on key organisational responsibilities, including serving as the party’s state vice-president. His leadership credentials were further recognised when he was appointed president of the BJP’s Bihar unit in 2023. In January 2024, he became Deputy Chief Minister in the NDA government led by Nitish Kumar.<h2>Role in Bihar politics</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/arrests-made-after-protests-over-harassment-allegations-against-lecturer-in-north-kashmir-s-sopore-1776156282345">Arrests made after protests over harassment allegations against lecturer in J&amp;K</a>&nbsp;Choudhary is regarded as one of the BJP’s prominent OBC faces in Bihar, where caste dynamics play a decisive role in electoral outcomes. He has been instrumental as a strategist and campaigner, contributing to the party’s organisational expansion and voter outreach in the state.&nbsp;He also maintains a strong connection with grassroots politics, particularly in Tarapur, which remains a traditional stronghold of his family. His continued influence in such constituencies underscores his importance within Bihar’s evolving political landscape.

After the resignation of Nitish Kumar, Samrat Choudhary is set to become Bihar’s first BJP Chief Minister. A veteran of RJD and JDU, he is a prominent OBC leader and strategist.

Nitish Kumar, after serving as the chief minister of Bihar for 10 times across two decades, resigned from his position on Tuesday (April 14). Later, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) announced Samrat Choudhary as the Leader of the BJP Legislative Party in Bihar. He is likely to take oath as Bihar’s first BJP CM on Wednesday (April 15). Who is Samrat Choudhary? Samrat Choudhary hails from a well-established political family in Bihar. His father, Shakuni Chaudhary, was a six-time MLA from Tarapur, while his mother, Parvati Devi, also served as a legislator. This strong political lineage provided him with early exposure to public life and governance, paving the way for his entry into politics at a young age. Entry into politics and early career Also read: India enters quantum era: Andhra CM Naidu launches country's first sovereign 'hardware ecosystem' in Amaravati Choudhary began his political journey in 1999 with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He quickly rose through the ranks and, in 2000, was elected as an MLA from Parbatta in Khagaria. His growing influence led to his induction as a minister in the government headed by Rabri Devi, marking a significant milestone in his early political career. Political journey across parties Over the years, Choudhary’s career has been defined by strategic political shifts. After his tenure with the RJD, he joined the Janata Dal (United) in 2014. During this period, he served as a minister in the government led by Jitan Ram Manjhi. In 2017, he moved to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), where his rise was swift. He took on key organisational responsibilities, including serving as the party’s state vice-president. His leadership credentials were further recognised when he was appointed president of the BJP’s Bihar unit in 2023. In January 2024, he became Deputy Chief Minister in the NDA government led by Nitish Kumar. Role in Bihar politics Also read: Arrests made after protests over harassment allegations against lecturer in J&K Choudhary is regarded as one of the BJP’s prominent OBC faces in Bihar, where caste dynamics play a decisive role in electoral outcomes. He has been instrumental as a strategist and campaigner, contributing to the party’s organisational expansion and voter outreach in the state. He also maintains a strong connection with grassroots politics, particularly in Tarapur, which remains a traditional stronghold of his family. His continued influence in such constituencies underscores his importance within Bihar’s evolving political landscape.

After the resignation of Nitish Kumar, Samrat Choudhary is set to become Bihar’s first BJP Chief Minister. A veteran of RJD and JDU, he is a prominent OBC leader and strategist.

Bihar to get first BJP CM? Who is Samrat Choudhary, BJP leader with legacy of RJD and JDU, likely to replace Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has given the important Home Ministry to his deputy, BJP leader Samrat Choudhary, this time as portfolios for 18 ministers in the new cabinet were announced on Friday. The decision of Samrat Choudhary being entrusted with the home department, which was with Nitish in the previous NDA governments in Bihar until now, is being seen as a consolidation of power for him, as he also continues as Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister in the new cabinet after the NDA's landslide win.The other deputy CM, Vijay Kumar Sinha, who was elected as the deputy leader of the BJP’s legislative party, has been allotted the Department of Revenue and Land Reforms, along with the Mines and Geology portfolio.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mangal Pandey has been allotted the Health and Law Departments, while&nbsp;BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal has been allotted the Department of Industries.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-seditious-behaviour-punishable-by-death-trump-slams-democrats-for-urging-military-to-ignore-illegal-orders-1763671100585">‘Seditious behaviour, punishable by death’: Trump slams Democrats for urging military to ignore illegal orders</a>&nbsp;Nitin Nabin has been assigned the Road Construction Department and the Urban Development and Housing Department, while Ramkripal Yadav will serve as Agriculture Minister. Sanjay Tiger has been given the charge of Labour Resources.Arun Shankar Prasad has been assigned the Tourism Department in addition to Art, Culture and Youth Affairs, while Surendra Mehta has been given the Animal and Fisheries Resources portfolio. Narayan Prasad will take charge of the Disaster Management Department.&nbsp;Rama Nishad will lead the Backward and Extremely Backward Class Welfare Department, while Lakhedar Paswan has been given the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department. Shreyasi Singh will manage the Information Technology and Sports Departments.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-intellectuals-turning-terrorists-more-dangerous-police-tell-supreme-court-in-2020-delhi-riots-case-1763639800712">‘Intellectuals turning terrorists more dangerous’: Police tell Supreme Court in 2020 Delhi riots case</a>&nbsp;Pramod Chandravanshi has been allotted the Cooperation and Environment–Forest–Climate Change portfolios.&nbsp;Nitish Kumar took oath for a record tenth time on Thursday in a grand ceremony held at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan and has become Bihar’s longest-serving Chief Minister. His 26-member cabinet includes 10 new entrants.&nbsp;&nbsp;The NDA unveiled the allocation of 18 portfolios in the new Nitish cabinet, featuring ministers from the BJP, LJP(R), HAM and RLM.&nbsp;

The other Deputy Chief Minister, Vijay Kumar Sinha, who was elected as the deputy leader of the BJP’s legislative party, has been allotted the Department of Revenue and Land Reforms, along with the Mines and Geology portfolio in the new cabinet of CM Nitish Kumar. 

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has given the important Home Ministry to his deputy, BJP leader Samrat Choudhary, this time as portfolios for 18 ministers in the new cabinet were announced on Friday. The decision of Samrat Choudhary being entrusted with the home department, which was with Nitish in the previous NDA governments in Bihar until now, is being seen as a consolidation of power for him, as he also continues as Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister in the new cabinet after the NDA's landslide win. The other deputy CM, Vijay Kumar Sinha, who was elected as the deputy leader of the BJP’s legislative party, has been allotted the Department of Revenue and Land Reforms, along with the Mines and Geology portfolio. Mangal Pandey has been allotted the Health and Law Departments, while BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal has been allotted the Department of Industries. Also Read: ‘Seditious behaviour, punishable by death’: Trump slams Democrats for urging military to ignore illegal orders Nitin Nabin has been assigned the Road Construction Department and the Urban Development and Housing Department, while Ramkripal Yadav will serve as Agriculture Minister. Sanjay Tiger has been given the charge of Labour Resources. Arun Shankar Prasad has been assigned the Tourism Department in addition to Art, Culture and Youth Affairs, while Surendra Mehta has been given the Animal and Fisheries Resources portfolio. Narayan Prasad will take charge of the Disaster Management Department. Rama Nishad will lead the Backward and Extremely Backward Class Welfare Department, while Lakhedar Paswan has been given the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Welfare Department. Shreyasi Singh will manage the Information Technology and Sports Departments. Also Read: ‘Intellectuals turning terrorists more dangerous’: Police tell Supreme Court in 2020 Delhi riots case Pramod Chandravanshi has been allotted the Cooperation and Environment–Forest–Climate Change portfolios. Nitish Kumar took oath for a record tenth time on Thursday in a grand ceremony held at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan and has become Bihar’s longest-serving Chief Minister. His 26-member cabinet includes 10 new entrants. The NDA unveiled the allocation of 18 portfolios in the new Nitish cabinet, featuring ministers from the BJP, LJP(R), HAM and RLM.

The other Deputy Chief Minister, Vijay Kumar Sinha, who was elected as the deputy leader of the BJP’s legislative party, has been allotted the Department of Revenue and Land Reforms, along with the Mines and Geology portfolio in the new cabinet of CM Nitish Kumar.&nbsp;

Samrat Choudhary gets home ministry in Nitish Cabinet; portfolios for 18 Bihar ministers announced

A social media post by the Kerala unit of the Congress party has caused a major political controversy on Friday (September 5) after it compared the state of Bihar with bidis. The post on X, which was later deleted, was linked to the Centre’s new Goods and Services Tax (GST) changes. The post said, “Bidis and Bihar start with B” and “cannot be considered a sin anymore,” referring to the reduced GST rate on bidis in the new reform.&nbsp;This remark by the Congress angered leaders of Bihar’s ruling alliance. On X, the Deputy Bihar’s Chief Minister and BJP leader Samrat Choudhary called it an “insult to the people of Bihar.” He also mentioned that the Congress has also insulted the Prime Minister’s late mother.&nbsp;"First, the insult to the revered mother of our honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and now the insult to the entire Bihar- this is the true character of the Congress, which is repeatedly being exposed before the country," he posted on his X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">पहले हमारे माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> जी की पूजनीय माता जी का अपमान और अब पूरे बिहार का अपमान — यही है कांग्रेस का असली चरित्र, जो बार-बार देश के सामने उजागर हो रहा है। <a href="https://t.co/VvliP16tTJ">pic.twitter.com/VvliP16tTJ</a>&mdash; Samrat Choudhary (@samrat4bjp) <a href="https://twitter.com/samrat4bjp/status/1963817003010916379?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

JDU leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha also attacked Congress, calling their post shameful. He said B does not just stand for bidi, but also for “buddhi” (intelligence) and “budget,” which Congress lacks.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Let me tell you that B does not just signify beedi, it also signifies intelligence, which you do not have! There is also a budget from B, in which you feel irritated when Bihar gets special assistance,” &nbsp;Sanjay Kumar Jha wrote on &nbsp;X.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">कांग्रेस की एक और अत्यंत शर्मनाक हरकत! आपको बता दें कि B से सिर्फ बीड़ी नहीं, बुद्धि भी होती है, जो आपके पास नहीं है! B से बजट भी होता है, जिसमें बिहार को विशेष सहायता मिलने पर आपको मिर्ची लगती है।<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%A4%AC%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%B9%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B0?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#बिहार</a> का मजाक बनाने की नीचता कर कांग्रेस ने न केवल बिहारवासियों का फिर से अपमान… <a href="https://t.co/y6Z4Qj3Yua">pic.twitter.com/y6Z4Qj3Yua</a>&mdash; Sanjay Kumar Jha (@SanjayJhaBihar) <a href="https://twitter.com/SanjayJhaBihar/status/1963805675802206525?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This issue comes after the GST Council announced a cut of rates on bidis from 28% to 18%, while the tax on bidi wrapper leaves (tendu) was reduced from 18% to 5%. The council also decided to move from four GST slabs (5, 12, 18, and 28%) to just two rates - 5% and 18%. A special 40% tax for products like tobacco and cigarettes has also initiated.

This issue comes after the GST Council announced a cut of rates on bidis from 28% to 18%, while the tax on bidi wrapper leaves (tendu) was reduced from 18% to 5%. 

A social media post by the Kerala unit of the Congress party has caused a major political controversy on Friday (September 5) after it compared the state of Bihar with bidis. The post on X, which was later deleted, was linked to the Centre’s new Goods and Services Tax (GST) changes. The post said, “Bidis and Bihar start with B” and “cannot be considered a sin anymore,” referring to the reduced GST rate on bidis in the new reform. This remark by the Congress angered leaders of Bihar’s ruling alliance. On X, the Deputy Bihar’s Chief Minister and BJP leader Samrat Choudhary called it an “insult to the people of Bihar.” He also mentioned that the Congress has also insulted the Prime Minister’s late mother. "First, the insult to the revered mother of our honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and now the insult to the entire Bihar- this is the true character of the Congress, which is repeatedly being exposed before the country," he posted on his X.

This issue comes after the GST Council announced a cut of rates on bidis from 28% to 18%, while the tax on bidi wrapper leaves (tendu) was reduced from 18% to 5%.&nbsp;

'B' stands for Buddhi (intelligence) too: Congress slammed for equating Bihar with beedi amid GST row

Nitish Kumar took oath as chief minister of Bihar for the ninth time on Sunday (Jan 28), along with two deputy chief ministers from Indian PM Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Bihar BJP chief Samrat Choudhary and the former leader of the opposition in Bihar assembly Vijay Sinha took oath as deputy CMs along with CM Nitish Kumar.

PM Modi took to X to congratulate the trio. "The NDA government formed in Bihar will leave no stone unturned for the development of the state and to fulfil the aspirations of its people," he wrote. Here is everything you need to know about Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha.

<h2>Who is Samrat Choudhary?</h2>

By making OBC leader Samrat Choudhary as its deputy CM in Bihar, the BJP wants to change its reputation as a “pro-upper caste” party. Samrat belongs to an influential political family in Bihar and his father started off as a politician with the Congress party. Later, Samrat’s father kept switching his allegiances with Nitish Kumar’s JDU party and his opponent Lalu Yadav’s RJD party.

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After&nbsp;brief stints as minister and leader in both JDU and RJD, Samrat Choudhary, 54, joined BJP in 2017. BJP recognised his potential both as a fiery speaker and as a leader belonging to the prominent Koeri caste. He was made BJP’s state chief in March last year and now has been awarded with the deputy CM's post. With this, the BJP attempts to attract a large number of Luv (Kurmi) and Kush (Kushwaha) votes.

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Samrat Choudhary is known as a fierce critic of CM Nitish Kumar and now faces the challenge of burying the hatchet with the foe-turned-ally.&nbsp;

<h2>Who is Vijay Sinha?</h2>

Vijay Sinha, 55, earlier served as the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from November 25, 2020, to August 24, 2022.

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He is a BJP leader and a member of Bihar Legislative Assembly since 2010 from Lakhisarai constituency. Sinha resigned as the speaker following a no-confidence motion moved by the then-ruling Mahagathbandhan alliance.

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Nitish Kumar took oath as chief minister of Bihar for the ninth time on Sunday (Jan 28), along with two deputy chief ministers from Indian PM Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Nitish Kumar took oath as chief minister of Bihar for the ninth time on Sunday (Jan 28), along with two deputy chief ministers from Indian PM Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Bihar BJP chief Samrat Choudhary and the former leader of the opposition in Bihar assembly Vijay Sinha took oath as deputy CMs along with CM Nitish Kumar. PM Modi took to X to congratulate the trio. "The NDA government formed in Bihar will leave no stone unturned for the development of the state and to fulfil the aspirations of its people," he wrote. Here is everything you need to know about Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha. Who is Samrat Choudhary? By making OBC leader Samrat Choudhary as its deputy CM in Bihar, the BJP wants to change its reputation as a “pro-upper caste” party. Samrat belongs to an influential political family in Bihar and his father started off as a politician with the Congress party. Later, Samrat’s father kept switching his allegiances with Nitish Kumar’s JDU party and his opponent Lalu Yadav’s RJD party. Also read: Bihar Assembly in numbers: NDA now backed by 127 MLAs as 'Mahagathbandhan' collapses After brief stints as minister and leader in both JDU and RJD, Samrat Choudhary, 54, joined BJP in 2017. BJP recognised his potential both as a fiery speaker and as a leader belonging to the prominent Koeri caste. He was made BJP’s state chief in March last year and now has been awarded with the deputy CM's post. With this, the BJP attempts to attract a large number of Luv (Kurmi) and Kush (Kushwaha) votes. Watch: India: Bihar's Nitish Kumar sworn-in as Bihar CM for 9th time amid series of alliance switches × Samrat Choudhary is known as a fierce critic of CM Nitish Kumar and now faces the challenge of burying the hatchet with the foe-turned-ally. Who is Vijay Sinha? Vijay Sinha, 55, earlier served as the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from November 25, 2020, to August 24, 2022. Also read: He is a BJP leader and a member of Bihar Legislative Assembly since 2010 from Lakhisarai constituency. Sinha resigned as the speaker following a no-confidence motion moved by the then-ruling Mahagathbandhan alliance. (With inputs from agencies)

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