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Role of the Chief Minister of Bihar
The Chief Minister of Bihar is responsible for the overall functioning of the state government. He or she is the head of the state executive and is responsible for implementing the policies and programs of the state government. The Chief Minister is assisted by a team of ministers and bureaucrats who help him or her in carrying out the various administrative and executive functions of the government.
The Chief Minister is responsible for ensuring that the state’s finances are managed efficiently and that the state’s resources are utilized effectively for the benefit of the people. He or she is also responsible for maintaining law and order in the state and for ensuring that the state’s legal system functions smoothly.
The Chief Minister of Bihar is also responsible for the development of the state’s infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and other public facilities. He or she is also responsible for the development of the state’s economy and for attracting investments into the state.
Brief Introduction to Chief Ministers of Bihar
There have been several Chief Ministers of Bihar since the state was formed in 1950. Some of the notable Chief Ministers of Bihar include:
- Krishna Singh (1952-1957): Krishna Singh was the first Chief Minister of Bihar after it became a state in 1950. He was a freedom fighter and a member of the Indian National Congress.
- Binodanand Jha (1961-1963): Binodanand Jha was a renowned lawyer and a member of the Indian National Congress. He served as the Chief Minister of Bihar for two years from 1961 to 1963.
- Jagannath Mishra (1975-1980, 1980-1983, and 1989-1990): Jagannath Mishra was one of the longest-serving Chief Ministers of Bihar. He served as the Chief Minister for a total of three terms, from 1975 to 1980, from 1980 to 1983, and from 1989 to 1990. Mishra was known for his efforts to promote the development of agriculture in the state.
- Lalu Prasad Yadav (1990-1997): Lalu Prasad Yadav was a popular leader and a member of the Janata Dal party. He served as the Chief Minister of Bihar from 1990 to 1997. Yadav was known for his efforts to improve the state’s infrastructure, including the construction of new roads and bridges.
- Nitish Kumar (2005-2014, 2015-2020, and 2020-present): Nitish Kumar is the current Chief Minister of Bihar. He has served as the Chief Minister for a total of three terms, from 2005 to 2014, from 2015 to 2020, and from 2020 to the present. Kumar is known for his efforts to improve the state’s education system and for his efforts to promote the development of industry and commerce in the state.
First Chief Minister of Bihar
The first Chief Minister of Bihar was Sri Krishna Singh. He served as the Chief Minister of Bihar from 1946 to 1961. Sri Krishna Singh was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement and was associated with the Indian National Congress. He played a key role in the formation of the state of Bihar after India’s independence in 1947. Sri Krishna Singh was known for his efforts to promote education and social welfare in the state. He also played an important role in the development of the agriculture sector in Bihar. Sri Krishna Singh was a respected leader and is remembered as one of the most influential Chief Ministers of Bihar.
First Women Chief Minister of Bihar
Rabri Devi was the first woman Chief Minister of Bihar and she served in this position from 1997 to 2005. Her tenure as Chief Minister was marked by both achievements and controversies. During her tenure as Chief Minister, Rabri Devi focused on the development of the state’s infrastructure, especially in the areas of road and bridge construction.
Rabri Devi also implemented a number of schemes for the development of agriculture and rural infrastructure in the state. She introduced the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Project, which aimed to provide livelihood opportunities to rural communities in Bihar.
Rabri Devi’s tenure as Chief Minister was also marked by controversies. She was criticized for her lack of education and experience in governance, and many people alleged that she was being controlled by her husband, Lalu Prasad Yadav.
Longest Serving Chef Minister of Bihar
The longest serving Chief Minister of Bihar is Nitish Kumar. He has served as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a total of four terms, from 2005 to 2020. His first term as Chief Minister was from 2005 to 2010, followed by his second term from 2010 to 2013. He then served as the Chief Minister for a third term from 2015 to 2017, and was re-elected for a fourth term in 2020.
List of Chief Ministers of Bihar
- Sri Krishna Singh (1946–1961)
- Deep Narayan Singh (1961–1967)
- Mahamaya Prasad Sinha (Jan–Feb 1961)
- Binodanand Jha (Feb–Dec 1961)
- Kedar Pandey (1967–1968)
- B. P. Mandal (1968–1969)
- Bhola Paswan Shastri (1969–1970)
- Daroga Prasad Rai (1970–1971)
- Abdul Ghafoor (1971–1972)
- Kedar Pandey (1972–1973)
- Jagannath Mishra (1975–1977)
- Ram Sundar Das (1977–1979)
- Jagannath Mishra (1980–1983)
- Chandrashekhar Singh (1983–1985)
- Bhagwat Jha Azad (1985–1988)
- Satyendra Narayan Sinha (1988–1989)
- Jagannath Mishra (1989–1990)
- Lalu Prasad Yadav (1990–1997)
- Rabri Devi (1997–2005)
- Nitish Kumar (2005–2014)
- Jitan Ram Manjhi (2014–2015)
- Nitish Kumar (2015–present)
Conclusion
The Chief Minister of Bihar plays a crucial role in the development of the state. Over the years, there have been several Chief Ministers of Bihar who have made significant contributions to the state’s development. Rabri Devi implemented a number of schemes for the welfare of women and children and for the development of agriculture and rural infrastructure. However, her tenure was also marked by controversies, including allegations of corruption and nepotism. Today, under the leadership of Nitish Kumar, Bihar is undergoing a major transformation and is poised to become one of India’s leading states in terms of economic and social development.