Bihar is entering a crucial political phase, with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar set to step down following his final cabinet meeting on April 14.
The outgoing chief minister has called what is likely to be his last cabinet meeting at 11 am on April 14, after which he is expected to tender his resignation to the Governor.
The BJP, dominant partner in the NDA coalition but never the holder of the CM's chair in Bihar, now has its opportunity.
Three names have emerged at the top of the BJP's list, including Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, Union minister Nityanand Rai, and Dilip Kumar Jaiswal.
Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has been appointed as the central observer, underlining the importance the party is placing on the leadership decision.
The coming 48 hours are expected to determine not just the chief ministerial face but also the broader structure of the new government.
