In a significant political development, Shreyasi Singh, a prominent Bharatiya Janata Party leader, took oath as a minister in the Bihar Cabinet on Thursday, November 20. The ceremony marks her formal entry into the Nitish Kumar-led state government, adding fresh talent to the administration.
From Shooting Range to Political Arena
Shreyasi Singh brings a unique profile to Bihar politics, having established herself as an award-winning shooter before entering public service. She has been elected from the Jamui assembly constituency for a second consecutive term, demonstrating her growing popularity among constituents.
The BJP demonstrated strong confidence in Singh's leadership capabilities by fielding her as the National Democratic Alliance candidate from Jamui for the 2025 Bihar Assembly polls. In the closely watched electoral battle, she contested against Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Mohammad Shamshad Alam.
Electoral Track Record and Political Legacy
Singh's political journey shows consistent growth and public support. During the 2020 elections, she achieved a decisive victory over RJD's Vijay Prakash, winning by a margin of 13,026 votes. The electoral breakdown showed Singh securing 79,603 votes against Prakash's 66,577, indicating strong grassroots connect.
Jamui constituency, which falls under the Jamui Lok Sabha constituency, was previously represented by Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan, making Singh's consecutive wins particularly noteworthy.
Political Heritage and Background
Shreyasi Singh comes from an established political family with deep roots in public service. She is the daughter of former Union Minister Digvijay Singh, who served in the Chandra Shekhar-led government and had the distinction of representing both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha during his political career.
Her mother, Putul Kumari, also brings political experience to the family, having served as a Parliamentarian. This rich political background provides Singh with substantial understanding of governance and public administration.
As a new entrant to the Bihar cabinet, Shreyasi Singh's appointment represents the evolving face of Indian politics where accomplished professionals from diverse fields are increasingly taking on leadership roles in governance.
