Patna: Ashok Choudhary, a minister in the Bihar government, has taken a surprising and emotional step by joining AN College in Patna as an assistant professor. He formally joined the college on Tuesday, February 17. The moment quickly became a topic of discussion across the state, as it is rare to see a sitting minister step into a classroom as a teacher. Choudhary shared the news on social media, remembering his late father and writing, “Your dream has come true, Papa.”
He explained that his father had always wanted him to stay away from politics and build a stable life as a professor. His father believed that education was the strongest foundation for the future. To respect this wish, Choudhary completed his PhD, even though his heart was drawn to public service. At that time, he thought his father was being too strict. Today, he understands that it was not stubbornness, but a vision for a secure and meaningful life.
In his post, Choudhary also mentioned Professor SP Shahi, recalling that his father had once told Shahi about his son’s wish to become a professor. Back then, Choudhary did not fully understand the importance of those words. Now, as he stands inside a college as a teacher, that long-held dream feels real. He wrote, “People usually become ministers after becoming professors, but I am becoming a professor after becoming a minister.”
The joining ceremony at AN College was attended by the principal, Professor Rekha Rani, along with teachers from the Political Science Department. Choudhary spoke about his plans to contribute to students and help strengthen academic learning. He also paid tribute to Dr. Anugrah Narayan Singh, calling him a great leader from Bihar whose life was rooted in education and public service.
For many people, this moment is more than a career change. It is a story about honouring parents, respecting education, and believing that learning never stops. Choudhary said that if his father were alive today, he would be the happiest person. He described this achievement as a blessing and a reminder that dreams, even delayed ones, can still come true.
