Patna: In a major shift in Bihar politics, Nitish Kumar, who served as Chief Minister ten times, resigned from his post today. Following this, senior BJP leader Samrat Chaudhary has been announced as the new Chief Minister of Bihar. This marks a historic moment as a BJP leader ascends to the top post in the state for the first time.

Who is Samrat Chaudhary?

Background: Currently serving as the Deputy Chief Minister, Samrat Chaudhary belongs to the influential Koeri or Kushwaha community, a prominent Other Backward Class (OBC) group. In Bihar, the Kushwaha community is the second-largest vote bank among backward castes, following the Yadavs.

Political Journey: He is the son of Shakuni Chaudhary, a former close aide of Nitish Kumar. Having joined the BJP in 2017, Chaudhary rose quickly to become a powerful leader within the party. He currently represents the Tarapur assembly constituency.

Swearing-in Ceremony Tomorrow?

Samrat Chaudhary is likely to take the oath of office as the new Chief Minister tomorrow. According to sources, high-profile dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are expected to attend this historic event.