Samrat Leads As CM, Nitish’s ‘Vijay-Vijendra’ Take Charge As Deputy CM, Know Their Background

Patna: After the change of power in Bihar, the form of the new government has entirely changed. When Nitish Kumar left the chair, BJP's deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary was made the chief minister. But the real discussion is about why JDU made not one but two deputy CMs, Vijendra Prasad Yadav and Vijay Kumar Chaudhary. This decision was not sudden. This decision has created new equations in the politics of the state and the discussion on the role of these two leaders has intensified.

Who is Vijendra Prasad Yadav?

Vijendra Prasad Yadav is an experienced face of Bihar politics and has been in it since 1990. Earlier he was with Lalu and also became a minister. Separated from Lalu in 1997, went with Sharad Yadav and then joined JDU. After 2005, in every government of Nitish, he was in command of one or the other department. He has three decades of experience and this is the biggest reason for the party.

How close is Vijendra Yadav to Nitish Kumar?

Vijendra Yadav is considered a trusted ally of Nitish Kumar. He has been a minister in almost every government formed after 2005 and has held the responsibility of many important departments. His administrative understanding and political balance have earned him repeated responsibilities.

What is believed to be the reason behind becoming Deputy CM?

Analysts believe that making Vijendra Yadav the Deputy CM is a result of his long experience and loyalty to the organization. By assigning him this responsibility in the changing political situation, the party has aimed to convey a message of stability.

Who is Vijay Kumar Chaudhary?

Had heard the name of Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, he just makes less noise. Started career from Congress, became MLA, then joined JDU. He was the Speaker of the Assembly from 2015 to 2020, this post is not given just like that. He has handled many big departments like education, water resources, parliamentary affairs. His name is quite high among Nitish's trusted people.

Why is their role considered important?

Vijay Choudhary has held the responsibility of many important departments in the Bihar government, including departments like education, parliamentary affairs and water resources. He was also the speaker of Bihar Assembly from 2015 to 2020. His hold is considered strong at both the organization and government levels.

What was the need for two Deputy CMs?

This is where the true challenge lies. Vijendra Yadav comes from Yadav community, JDU gave a social message by putting him forward. Vijay Chaudhary is from Bhumihar community. When power changes, caste equations have to be worked out, this is the old politics of Bihar. Two deputy CMs are actually an attempt to keep two different vote banks together.

Will this government survive?

No one has the answer to this question yet. The coming months will reveal the extent of JDU's capabilities without Nitish. At present, the old and trusted faces that the party has put forward seem to indicate that there is nervousness internally and an attempt is being made to show stability externally.