Cabinet expansion of Nitish government: After the formation of NDA government with a huge majority in Bihar, we may soon see the expansion of the cabinet. Preparations for cabinet expansion next month are in full swing in the Nitish government led by JDU and BJP. According to the information, JDU is making a strategy to fill the vacant posts of its quota soon.
6 from JDU and BJP 3 posts vacant
According to the information, at present a total of 9 ministerial posts are vacant in the state, which includes 6 posts of JDU and 3 posts of BJP. It is being told that JDU is making a strategy to quickly fill the vacant posts of its quota, especially those MLAs who can increase the strength of the party in terms of caste and social arithmetic.
Why is there a need for cabinet expansion?
The new government formed in Bihar after the assembly elections 2025 has started functioning. Up to 36 ministers can be selected for the Council of Ministers in the government, but currently 9 posts are vacant. Both JDU and BJP want to complete the number of ministers from their respective parts, so that the balance of power is maintained and governance in the state remains smooth.
This opportunity is especially important for JDU. This time the party’s emphasis is on those MLAs who come from Kushwaha, EBC (Multiple Backward Classes) or other OBC/social groups. This will give the party an opportunity to strengthen its social base and gain strategic advantage for the next elections.
Which MLAs are you keeping an eye on?
Information is being received that JDU wants to choose those faces who belong to Kushwaha caste or EBC category. It is believed that the new list is being prepared keeping these socio-caste equations in mind. The party wants to achieve both social balance as well as political strength during this expansion. It is obvious that this expansion does not just mean filling up the posts. This can also change the picture of caste-social equation, balance of power and power distribution in the state.