Bihar Chief Minister

April 15, 2026 3:39 PM

PM Modi congratulates Samrat Choudhary on taking oath as Bihar chief minister

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Samrat Choudhary on taking oath as Bihar chief minister, expressing confidence in his leadership and commitment to public service. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Shri Samrat Chaudhary on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar! His energy, dedication to public service, and grassroots experience will prove extremely beneficial for the state. I am fully confident that under his cap...

April 15, 2026 12:32 PM

BJP’s Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar chief minister

Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar on Wednesday, becoming the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to head the government in the state. He was administered the oath of office by Governor Syed Ata Hasnain at Lok Bhavan. Choudhary succeeds Nitish Kumar, who led Bihar for over a decade before deciding to move to the Rajya Sabha. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by several senior leaders of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which includes ...

March 1, 2026 12:56 PM

‘Tirelessly working for Bihar’s progress’: PM Modi extends birthday wishes to CM Nitish Kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended warm birthday wishes to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, praising his sustained efforts toward the state’s development. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday greetings to Bihar CM Shri Nitish Kumar Ji. He has been tirelessly working for Bihar’s progress over the last several years. His vision and development schemes have positively impacted countless lives. Praying for his long and healthy life.” Union Home Minister Amit Sh...

October 28, 2025 11:59 AM

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar performs ‘Usha Arghya’, marking end of Chhath Puja

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday performed the concluding rituals of Chhath Puja by offering Usha Arghya (morning prayers) to the rising Sun along with his family at his official residence in Patna. After four days of devotion and rigorous fasting, Chhath Puja concluded on Tuesday morning. The festival, observed every year after Diwali, is dedicated to expressing gratitude to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya for their blessings of health, prosperity, and well-being. Devotees in large ...