Nitish Exit Sparks Bihar Reset: Samrat Choudhary Elected BJP Legislature Leader

Patna: In a dramatic political development, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stepped down from his post on Tuesday, triggering a leadership transition in the state. He visited the Raj Bhavan and submitted his resignation to Governor Syed Ata Hasnain, who accepted it and asked him to continue as caretaker Chief Minister until a new government is formed.

Announcing his decision on social media, Kumar said a new administration would soon take charge of Bihar’s governance. He extended his support to the incoming leadership and thanked the people for their cooperation in the state’s development journey.

Samrat Choudhary Emerges as BJP’s Choice

Soon after the resignation, the Bharatiya Janata Party moved swiftly to elect its new leader. Senior BJP MLA Samrat Choudhary was unanimously chosen as the legislature party leader at a meeting in Patna, clearing the path for him to become the next Chief Minister.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, appointed as the party’s central observer, confirmed that Choudhary’s name received unanimous backing from party legislators.

The longest-serving CM of Bihar Nitish Kumar submits his resignation to Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd) at Lok Bhavan in Patna.

He took oath as a Member of the Rajya Sabha on April 10.

(Pics Source: Bihar Lok Bhavan) pic.twitter.com/3iKe0BDztD

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Government Formation Underway

Choudhary’s leadership is expected to be formally endorsed at a joint meeting of NDA legislators in the Central Hall of the state legislature. Following this, he is set to approach the Governor to stake claim to form the new government.

The political shift comes shortly after Nitish Kumar dissolved his Cabinet and transitioned to the Rajya Sabha, marking a significant change in Bihar’s power structure.

‘Sacred Responsibility’: Choudhary Responds

Reacting to his selection, Samrat Choudhary expressed gratitude to the BJP leadership for entrusting him with the responsibility. He described the role as a “sacred opportunity” to serve Bihar and pledged to work with dedication to drive the state’s progress.

Choudhary also reaffirmed his commitment to advancing Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Oath Ceremony Likely Soon

The swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Minister is expected to take place as early as tomorrow, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in Bihar.