Samrat Chaudhary is an Indian politician and a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bihar. Known for his assertive political style, he is the son of former Union Minister Shakuni Chaudhary.
Born on November 16, 1968, in Lakhanpur, Bihar, Chaudhary hails from a political family. Over the years, he has held several key portfolios, including Panchayati Raj and Urban Development in the Bihar government.
Chaudhary began his political career with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and later joined the BJP, where he rose steadily through the ranks. He also served as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Council. In 2023, he was appointed as the BJP’s Bihar state president, playing a crucial role in strengthening the party’s base in the state.
This news broadcast covers key developments concerning women and child safety across India. In South Delhi's Kalkaji area, a seventeen-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped in Aastha Kunj Park by three men impersonating police officers. Delhi Police apprehended the three accused—Asif, Hemant, and Mukesh—following an encounter in Amar Colony where the prime suspect sustained a bullet injury. The incident has heightened security concerns around public spaces near Lady Shri Ram College, prompting student discussions on campus safety and online classes, alongside panel debates involving parliamentarians and activists addressing administrative accountability and judicial reforms. In Bihar, police arrested key suspects following an encounter linked to the viral assault and molestation of a minor girl in Jamui. Additionally, the broadcast details the ongoing investigation in Tamil Nadu regarding a child abuse case involving granite businessman Veeramani, co-accused Shanti, and a probe into an alleged seventy crore rupees financial trail.
This special broadcast covers major national developments concerning law and order, crimes against women, and student safety across India.
Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have placed border districts on high alert following massive water discharge from Nepal amid rising flood risks. Authorities in Bihar opened all 36 gates of the Valmiki Nagar Gandak Barrage after 86,000 cusecs of water were released, issuing warning alerts across the Gandak River basin. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conducted high-level meetings with Chief Secretaries and top officials to assess precautionary and potential evacuation measures. Officials anticipate heavy water influx into Bihar through the Gandak and Kosi rivers within 12 to 15 hours, threatening widespread devastation across key districts including West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, and Muzaffarpur.
A severe flash flood originating from Tibet has hit the Trishuli River in Nepal's Rasuwa district, killing at least 16 people and injuring 36 others. The Bagmati Province Police Office confirmed that casualties occurred across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts. Quoting Nepal's foreign minister, initial reports indicate that an earthquake caused an avalanche that triggered the flash flood. In response to the rising water levels upstream, Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a telephonic conversation with Bihar leadership to review the situation and assure central assistance. Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary chaired a high-level review meeting with top officials, issuing directives for round-the-clock monitoring of dams and embankments, night patrolling, and evacuation warnings in vulnerable low-lying areas. Districts along the Gandak River, including Paschim Champaran, Gopalganj, Saran, and Muzaffarpur, as well as Sitamarhi, Sheohar, and Kosi regions, have been placed on high alert. Teams from the NDRF and SDRF have been deployed across affected districts to handle emergencies.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has intensified its probe into the NEET paper leak, arresting five individuals and tracing distribution networks across several states.
In Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijay’s TVK faces a political standoff as Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar demands proof of a 118-seat majority before government formation.
In a landmark shift in Bihar politics, Nitish Kumar has resigned as the Chief Minister, marking the end of a defining era. Samrat Chaudhary is set to take oath as the first-ever BJP Chief Minister of Bihar.
The big talking point of this episode of News Today is escalating West Asia tensions and the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Former MP Pavan K. Varma discussed the significant political transition in Bihar following the resignation of Nitish Kumar as the state's longest-serving Chief Minister .
Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is set to become the next Chief Minister following the resignation of the outgoing Chief Minister, who moves to the Rajya Sabha.
Nitish Kumar has resigned as Bihar Chief Minister and submitted his resignation to the Governor at Raj Bhavan in Patna.
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will be the next Bihar Chief Minister, after Bihar CM Nitish Kumar resigned on Tuesday.
The top focus of this episode of 5 Live is on the fragile ceasefire in West Asia as Iran hardens its stance ahead of crucial talks in Islamabad.
At least 87 people were killed when a US submarine struck and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka on Wednesday.
Nitish Kumar has filed his nomination for Rajya Sabha in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Bihar Legislative Assembly, signalling his decision to step down as Chief Minister of Bihar after 21 years at the helm.
On this Special Report, journalist Himanshu Mishra discusses the significant generational shift within the Bharatiya Janata Party as Nitin Nabin is set to be announced as the next National President. Mishra notes, 'This is the fourth generation of the BJP,' highlighting that the 45-year-old leader represents a transition from the eras of Vajpayee-Advani and Modi-Shah. The transcript details the arrival of the Bihar BJP leadership in Delhi, including Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Sinha, to witness the ceremony. Mishra emphasizes that Naveen’s background in the youth movement has built a nationwide network of supporters, including current Chief Ministers and MPs. The discussion explores how the BJP leadership is moving beyond established 'oligarchies' to empower younger organizational leaders. The programme also features personal anecdotes from Naveen’s childhood associates in Patna, reflecting on his journey from a 'weak boy' to a key organizational strategist trusted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.
The big talking point of this episode of To The Point is the controversy surrounding Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who was seen pulling the hijab of a doctor during a public event.
In this debate on India Today, anchor Preeti Choudhry discusses the controversy surrounding Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who was caught on camera pulling the hijab of a woman doctor, Dr. Nusrat Parveen, during an appointment letter distribution ceremony in Patna. The incident, which occurred on December 15, 2025, has sparked outrage. JDU leader Satya Prakash Mishra defends the act as a 'fatherly gesture' aimed at women's empowerment, claiming the CM's intent was 'pious'. However, RJD National Spokesperson Priyanka Bharti condemns the incident as a 'blot on democracy', asserting that 'authority must kneel before dignity'. Women's rights activist Saira Shah Halim argues that the act constitutes 'prima facie molestation' under Indian law and violates Article 21 and Article 25 of the Constitution. The panel debates the boundaries of public conduct and the necessity of a public apology from the Chief Minister.
A viral video showing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar pulling down the veil of a young woman doctor at an Ayush Doctors event in Patna has sparked widespread outrage. The incident, which occurred while the CM was distributing appointment letters, shows him gesticulating before removing the covering himself. The transcript notes that 'the action seems to have caught even onlookers off guard,' with Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary seemingly reacting to the situation. While the ruling JDU defended the act, claiming the intent was not to disrespect, the video has ignited a debate on consent and the dignity of women in public spaces. The report highlights the political backlash and questions raised about the conduct of public figures.
In a major power shift in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has relinquished the Home Ministry for the first time since 2005. Now, the key portfolio has been allocated to the BJP leader and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary.
