Schedule of Nitish Kumar’s Final Day as CM
10:30 am: Nitish Kumar will pay tribute at the statue of Dr. BR Ambedkar.
11:00 am: He will hold his final Cabinet meeting at the Chief Secretariat.
3:00 pm: Kumar will meet with Governor Syed Ata Hasnain at Raj Bhavan to submit his resignation.
4:00 pm: He will attend the BJP Legislature Party meeting to elect the new leader, guided by observer Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
The NDA Legislature Party meeting will follow at the Bihar Assembly, where the new Chief Minister will be endorsed.
The formal claim to form the government will be submitted to the Governor, followed by the swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief Minister and Council of Ministers on April 15, 2026.
Reason for Nitish Kumar’s Resignation
Nitish Kumar’s resignation follows his election to the Rajya Sabha, signaling a strategic move away from state-level leadership. His decision is both unexpected and significant, particularly after he had been sworn in for a record term earlier this year.
BJP Takes Charge in Bihar
Despite being a long-time partner in the NDA coalition, the BJP is now poised to take control of the government in Bihar for the first time with its own Chief Minister. This is a crucial moment for the party as it asserts leadership in a state that has long been under Nitish Kumar’s rule.
Who Will Succeed Nitish Kumar?
There is considerable speculation over who will replace Nitish Kumar as Chief Minister. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is seen as a frontrunner, with Union Minister Nityanand Rai also being discussed as a possible candidate. However, the BJP leadership has yet to make an official decision on the successor.
Political Developments Within Nitish Kumar’s Family
Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, recently entered politics by joining JD(U), suggesting that the Kumar family may continue to influence Bihar's political future. This could hint at future changes within the JD(U) and its role in the state.
Impact of BJP’s Leadership in Bihar
As Bihar prepares for its first BJP-led government, the transition signifies the end of an era under Nitish Kumar. This marks the beginning of a new political chapter in Bihar, with the BJP now at the center of power in the state. The developments today are crucial for the future political landscape of Bihar.
