Major Bihar Cabinet Reshuffle: Nitish Kumar Hands Home Portfolio to BJP
In a significant political move, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has handed over the crucial Home Department to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a major shift in the state’s power dynamics. The decision, part of a broader cabinet rejig, aims to balance power between the JD(U) and BJP in the NDA alliance.
Why the Home Ministry Shift is a Big Deal
The Home Department controls law and order, police administration, and internal security—a portfolio Nitish Kumar held for years. By transferring it to BJP’s Samrat Choudhary (Deputy CM), the JD(U) leader signals a strategic concession to his coalition partner.
Key Portfolio Allocations: Who Got What?
Here’s the breakdown of major ministries in the new Bihar cabinet:
✅ Nitish Kumar (JD-U) – Retains CM post, General Administration, Cabinet Secretariat, Vigilance.
✅ Samrat Choudhary (BJP) – Gets Home Department, Prohibition, Excise, and Registration.
✅ Vijay Kumar Sinha (BJP) – Deputy CM gets Road Construction, Rural Works, Urban Development.
✅ Ashok Choudhary (JD-U) – Retains Education, gains Science & Technology.
✅ Vijay Kumar Choudhary (JD-U) – Continues with Finance & Commercial Taxes.
✅ Mangal Pandey (BJP) – Keeps Health, loses Education.
✅ Niraj Kumar Bablu (BJP) – Allocated PHE & Rural Development.
Political Fallout: What Does This Mean?
- BJP’s Growing Influence: The Home Ministry gives BJP stronger control over Bihar’s governance ahead of 2024-25 elections.
- Opposition Criticism: RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav claims Nitish is “surrendering power” to BJP.
- Future Moves: Will this reshuffle stabilize NDA or create friction? Analysts say BJP may push for stricter policing and prohibition policies.
What’s Next for Bihar?
With BJP controlling the Home Ministry, expect changes in law enforcement strategies and political maneuvering. Nitish Kumar faces the challenge of maintaining governance while managing coalition pressures.
Stay updated with [The Times of India] for the latest developments.
