Bihar Politics Big Update: New Chief Minister to be Sworn In on April 15; Will BJP Bet on a Female CM

The transformed landscape of Bihar's politics is set to be unveiled to the public very soon. The era of "Sushasan Babu" (the 'Good Governance Man') has now come to an end in Bihar. Consequently, the question arises: whose head will the crown of Bihar now rest upon? Who will be Bihar's new Chief Minister? Furthermore, a secondary question looms: what role will Nitish now play in the nation's capital, Delhi?

Swearing-in Ceremony on the 15th

The new Chief Minister of Bihar is set to be sworn in on the 15th of the month. The swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief Minister will take place at Lok Bhawan at 11:00 AM on April 15. Amidst this, the biggest suspense remains: who, ultimately, will succeed Nitish as Bihar's next Chief Minister? The leader of the legislative party will be elected during the NDA meeting scheduled for 4:00 PM on the evening of April 14. Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has been dispatched to Patna to serve as an observer for Bihar. The name of the legislative party leader is expected to be announced following the NDA meeting at 4:00 PM.

Final Meeting of the Nitish Cabinet

Meanwhile, April 14 is expected to be a day packed with political and administrative activity across Bihar. According to reports, the final meeting of the Nitish Cabinet will be held at 11:00 AM, during which decisions concerning public welfare are expected to be taken. Following this, Nitish Kumar will hold a press conference—his final one as Chief Minister. Subsequently, the meeting of the NDA legislative party will commence at 4:00 PM. It is during this meeting that the name of Bihar's next Chief Minister will be decided.

Who Will Be Bihar's New Boss?

The question of whose head the crown of Bihar will now rest upon has been a constant topic of discussion within political corridors ever since it was confirmed that Nitish Kumar would be heading to the Rajya Sabha. Amidst this, various speculations are rife. Most political observers predict that the BJP will now retain the Chief Minister's post for itself. 

Additionally, there is speculation that Nitish's son, Nishant Kumar, could be brought into the Legislative Council and subsequently appointed as Chief Minister. Amidst the ongoing discussions, there is also speculation that either Samrat Choudhary or Vijay Sinha will now assume the role of Chief Minister. However, the name of Chirag Paswan—representing the youth of Bihar—is also being strongly touted in this race.

The BJP Could Play the 'Woman Chief Minister' Card

After twenty years, Bihar may once again have a female Chief Minister. Assessments suggest that, for the first time in two decades, the crown of Bihar could rest upon a woman's head. In this context, the name of Shreyasi Singh is being prominently discussed; she is currently the frontrunner. Shreyasi Singh is an international-level athlete and serves as the BJP MLA from Jamui. 

Another name currently in the spotlight is that of Rama Nishad; a BJP MLA, she secured her seat by winning the election from the Aurai constituency. Yet another name being mentioned is that of Rajya Sabha MP Dharmshila Gupta. Indeed, given that the female vote plays a highly decisive role in Bihar politics, it would come as no surprise if a woman were to be appointed as the Chief Minister.

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