Patna, May 7 (BNP): In a major political development in Bihar, several leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] and other National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies took oath as ministers during the expansion of the Samrat Choudhary-led cabinet in Patna on Thursday.

The swearing-in ceremony, held at the historic Gandhi Maidan, witnessed the induction of several prominent leaders, including Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant Kumar, marking his formal entry into ministerial politics. The development has drawn significant attention in Bihar’s political circles, with many viewing it as the beginning of a new political chapter for the Kumar family.

Among those who took oath were Vijay Kumar Sinha, Shrawon Kumar, Dilip Kumar Jaiswal, Leshi Singh, Ram Kripal Yadav, Nitish Mishra, Ashok Choudhary and several other NDA leaders. Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd) administered the oath of office to the newly inducted ministers.

The cabinet expansion comes amid significant political changes in Bihar following Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha and the formation of the new NDA government under Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. According to reports, the BJP secured the highest number of ministerial berths, while JD(U) also received substantial representation in the expanded cabinet.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and several senior NDA leaders attended the ceremony, underlining the political importance of the cabinet reshuffle.

Political observers believe the inclusion of Nishant Kumar reflects the NDA’s strategy to blend experienced leadership with a younger generation ahead of future electoral battles in the state. The newly expanded cabinet is expected to focus on governance, development initiatives and strengthening coordination among alliance partners.

The portfolios of the newly inducted ministers are likely to be announced soon.