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Bihar CM Samrat Chaudhary Expands Cabinet, 32 Ministers Oath-Taken
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🗓 31 Jul 2026, 07:30 AM
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Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary expanded his cabinet today, with 32 new ministers taking oath, including the son of former CM Nitish Kumar.
In a ceremony held in Patna, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary announced an expansion of his cabinet, bringing the total number of ministers to 32. The new lineup includes a mix of experienced politicians and fresh faces, with the son of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar among those sworn in.
The oath-taking took place at the state secretariat, where Chaudhary highlighted the need for a stronger and more dynamic leadership team to address the state’s developmental challenges. He emphasized that the expanded cabinet would focus on key sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and education.
Observers noted that the inclusion of Nitish Kumar’s son signals a continued influence of the Janata Dal (United) within the ruling coalition. The new ministers will be expected to work closely with the CM to implement the state’s policy agenda over the next term.
The expansion follows a period of political realignment in Bihar, with the coalition seeking to consolidate its position ahead of upcoming elections. The oath ceremony was attended by senior party leaders and representatives from various governmental departments.
The state government has announced that the new ministers will begin their duties immediately, with a focus on accelerating ongoing projects and initiating new initiatives across the state.
The oath-taking took place at the state secretariat, where Chaudhary highlighted the need for a stronger and more dynamic leadership team to address the state’s developmental challenges. He emphasized that the expanded cabinet would focus on key sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and education.
Observers noted that the inclusion of Nitish Kumar’s son signals a continued influence of the Janata Dal (United) within the ruling coalition. The new ministers will be expected to work closely with the CM to implement the state’s policy agenda over the next term.
The expansion follows a period of political realignment in Bihar, with the coalition seeking to consolidate its position ahead of upcoming elections. The oath ceremony was attended by senior party leaders and representatives from various governmental departments.
The state government has announced that the new ministers will begin their duties immediately, with a focus on accelerating ongoing projects and initiating new initiatives across the state.