Over the Past Three Months Top News From Bihar

Bihar has witnessed significant political developments, law and order incidents, and cultural events. Here’s a summary of the top news stories:

Political Developments

Bihar Political Crisis: In January 2024, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned and rejoined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). He was sworn in for his ninth term as Chief Minister, with Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha appointed as Deputy Chief Ministers.
Opposition Unity Efforts: Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao met with Nitish Kumar in Patna, advocating for a “BJP-mukt Bharat” (BJP-free India), highlighting attempts to unify opposition parties.

Patna Hospital Director’s Murder: In a shocking incident, a hospital director in Patna was shot dead inside her chamber, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crime.
Cop Reassigned for Dance Video: A police officer faced reassignment after a video surfaced of him dancing, leading to disciplinary action. Additionally, Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, was fined for traffic violations, including expired insurance and pollution certificates.

Bihar Diwas 2025 Celebrations: The state celebrated Bihar Diwas, marking its formation day with various cultural programs and events to honor its rich heritage and history.

Jeevika Program Recognition: Government teams from Afro-Asian countries visited Bihar to study the success of the Jeevika program, a rural livelihood initiative aimed at empowering women and promoting sustainable development.

These events reflect the dynamic political landscape, societal challenges, and cultural vibrancy of Bihar in recent months.