Bihar Cabinet Ministers List 2025: Who Are the Ministers in Nitish Kumar’s New Government?
The Bihar Cabinet for 2025 has been finalized, with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announcing his new team of ministers. This latest formation highlights the JD(U)-RJD-BJP alliance’s strategy ahead of crucial state elections. Here’s the full list of ministers, their portfolios, and key insights.
Nitish Kumar’s 2025 Cabinet: Major Appointments
Deputy Chief Ministers
- Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) – Retains role as Deputy CM, overseeing Infrastructure and Employment.
- Vijay Kumar Sinha (BJP) – Newly appointed Deputy CM, handling Panchayati Raj and Rural Development.
Senior Cabinet Ministers
- Vijay Kumar Chaudhary (JD-U) – Finance & Commercial Taxes
- Ashok Choudhary (Congress) – Education & Arts
- Mangal Pandey (BJP) – Health & Disaster Management
- Leshi Singh (JD-U) – Social Welfare & SC/ST Welfare
New Faces in the Bihar Cabinet 2025
- Sanjay Kumar Jha (JD-U) – Water Resources
- Niraj Kumar Bablu (BJP) – Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
Key Challenges for the New Bihar Government
- Unemployment & Migration – Creating jobs to reduce outward migration.
- Healthcare & Education – Improving Bihar’s low rankings in social indices.
- Infrastructure Development – Accelerating road, electricity, and urban projects.
Full List of Bihar Cabinet Ministers 2025
| Minister | Party | Portfolio |
|———-|——-|———–|
| Nitish Kumar | JD(U) | Chief Minister (General Admin) |
| Tejashwi Yadav | RJD | Deputy CM (Infrastructure) |
| Vijay Kumar Sinha | BJP | Deputy CM (Rural Development) |
| Vijay Kumar Chaudhary | JD(U) | Finance |
| Ashok Choudhary | Congress | Education |
| [View complete list on The Indian Express] |
Public & Political Reactions
While supporters praise the Cabinet’s diversity, critics call it a “recycled leadership.” Social media debates highlight the low representation of women and OBC leaders.
What’s Next for Bihar?
With elections nearing, Nitish Kumar’s Cabinet faces pressure to deliver on governance promises. Stay updated with The Indian Express for real-time political coverage.
