Grand Cabinet Expansion in Bihar on May 7, BJP Eyes Big Political Message
Reports say Nishant Kumar agreed after late-night JDU talks, while around 27 ministers are expected to take oath and six berths may stay open.
- Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary will oversee the swearing-in of around 27 ministers at Gandhi Maidan on May 7, marking a significant cabinet expansion for Bihar.
- Nishant Kumar, son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, agreed to join the government after senior JDU leaders persuaded him during a late-night meeting on Tuesday, despite his earlier refusal to enter active politics.
- Reports suggest the cabinet will include 12 from BJP, 11 from JDU, two from LJP , and one each from HAM and RLSP, with six berths remaining vacant for future political adjustments.
- Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, known as Lalan Singh, arrived in Patna from Delhi to oversee the final ministerial list, while Nishant Kumar is scheduled to formally join JDU on May 8.
- Barred from the Deputy Chief Minister post for six months with JDU's Bijendra Yadav expected to assume the role, Nishant Kumar continues his Bihar Goodwill Tour across districts before his cabinet induction.
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BREAKING: Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Set to Enter Bihar Cabinet
A major political update from Bihar’s NDA cabinet expansion suggests that Nishant Kumar, son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is set to take oath as a minister today. According to sources, he has received an official call confirming his inclusion in the new cabinet, marking his entry into state politics. Reporter Megha, speaking from Gandhi Maidan in Patna, said there was earlier uncertainty about Nishant Kumar’s decision, but it became clear by …
Bihar Cabinet expansion: Nitish Kumar's son Nishant likely to become minister tomorrow
Bihar is all set to witness a significant political development with the expansion of the state cabinet on May 7. Preparations are underway for a grand swearing-in ceremony at Gandhi Maidan for the possible induction of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, into the Cabinet. He is likely to take oath on Thursday.
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The Economic TimesBihar cabinet expansion oath ceremony on May 7, PM Narendra Modi and Amit Shah to attend
Bihar's NDA government is set for a major cabinet expansion on May 7. Twenty-seven new ministers are expected to take oath, strengthening the administration. The expansion follows the recent change in leadership. Key allies will receive berths, with some ministers likely to continue their roles. This move aims to bolster governance in the state.
The cabinet expansion of the Samrat Chaudhary government in Bihar will take place on May 7th at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Several new ministers will be sworn in at this grand ceremony. NDA allies, including the BJP and JDU, are expected to be represented. This expansion is considered a significant step towards strengthening political balance and stability in the state.
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