Bihar prepares to choose the leader of the BJP legislative party for Chief Minister position. Meanwhile, BJP appointed Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan as observer for this process. He will arrive in Bihar on April 14. Consequently, political reactions have intensified across parties.
RJD Questions Selection Process
On April 13, 2026, RJD MP Manoj Jha reacted strongly to this development. He said Bihar has already rejected many possibilities earlier. Moreover, he claimed even the appointed observer may not know the final choice.
He remarked that a slip may get handed during the flight. He added that it might open at a fixed time using tape. Therefore, he asked everyone to wait for that moment.
BJP Says Leadership Will Decide
Meanwhile, Bihar minister Neeraj Kumar Bablu addressed speculation around Samrat Choudhary. He stated that BJP forming government in Bihar remains certain. However, he clarified that top leadership will decide the Chief Minister.
Additionally, he said Nitish Kumar will continue guiding the state. Under his leadership, Bihar will keep moving forward on development path.
Political Activity Gains Momentum
Political activity around new government formation has increased significantly. On April 13, 2026, JD(U) held a meeting at the Chief Minister’s residence. Senior leaders and ministers attended this discussion.
They discussed the party’s role in the upcoming government. Moreover, they reviewed possibilities regarding the Deputy Chief Minister position.
Leaders Meet Nitish Kumar
Earlier, JD(U) Executive President Sanjay Jha met Nitish Kumar in the morning. Alongside him, Union Minister Lalan Singh and Minister Jama Khan joined. Senior leader Bijendra Yadav also attended the meeting.
This discussion lasted nearly one hour at the residence. Leaders exchanged views on several aspects of government formation.
April 14 Seen as Key Day
April 14 remains a crucial day in Bihar politics. At 11 AM, the current cabinet will hold its final meeting. Nitish Kumar will chair this session.
Afterward, he will resign from the Chief Minister position. Consequently, the current government term will end. Immediately after, NDA legislative party will meet to elect a new leader.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan will attend this meeting as observer. Therefore, the final decision on the new Chief Minister will be confirmed.
