as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Addas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! While Kumar's JD (U) is likely to get six more cabinet berths, three ministers will be sworn in from the BJP. The JD (U) has nine ministers including CM Kumar at present, while the BJP has 14 ministers including the two deputy CMs. Bihar can have a maximum of 36 ministers including the chief minister. With the expansion, the total number of ministers will reach 35.

Source: Economic Times January 04, 2026 19:37 UTC