Patna: The Bihar government led by Samrat Choudhary on Friday won the trust vote in the legislative assembly by a voice vote, securing its majority amid a charged political debate.
Speaker Prem Kumar announced the passage of the confidence motion and congratulated the newly formed government.
Heated Debate In Assembly
The floor test followed a sharp exchange between the ruling alliance and the opposition, led by Tejashwi Yadav.
Responding to criticism, Choudhary said, “Power is not anyone’s personal fiefdom,” rejecting claims that leadership in Bihar was dictated by political lineage.
He added that his rise to the chief minister’s post was shaped by political circumstances, including past confrontations with Lalu Prasad, and reiterated that former chief minister Nitish Kumar had supported his elevation.
NDA Defends Governance Record
Choudhary said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) had focused on governance, welfare of farmers and women, and development over the past two decades in Bihar.
He also emphasised the government’s commitment to tackling what he described as the “three Cs” — corruption, crime and communalism — asserting there would be no compromise on these fronts.
Opposition Questions Stability
Tejashwi Yadav, however, questioned the stability of the government, pointing out that Bihar had seen multiple governments in recent years.
He alleged that the BJP had sidelined Nitish Kumar and criticised the frequency of leadership changes, arguing that it undermines governance and development.
Notable Moments In The House
During the proceedings, AIMIM leader Akhtarul Iman did not take a clear stand on the motion.
Seating arrangements in the assembly reflected the new political configuration, with several former ministers and senior leaders occupying different benches following the reshuffle.
In a notable shift, Nitish Kumar and Nitin Nabin were absent from the assembly, having moved to the Rajya Sabha.
Government Secures Majority
With the confidence motion passed, the Choudhary-led government has formally established its majority in the house, paving the way for it to continue in office.
The vote marks a key political milestone for the new administration, even as the opposition signalled that it would continue to challenge the government on issues of governance and stability.
