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Bihar Daily Current Affairs: 16/6/2026

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Cabinet Expansion and Executive Reshuffle: Under the current administration, the Bihar Cabinet has undergone a significant expansion where 32 ministers took the oath of office. This move is aimed at streamlining departmental governance and fulfilling political representations within the state executive.

Constitutional Challenge in Supreme Court: The Supreme Court of India has sought a formal response from the Bihar Government and the Election Commission regarding a plea against Deepak Prakash. The petition challenges his continuance as a Minister without holding a seat in the State Legislative Assembly (MLA), bringing Article 164(4) of the Indian Constitution—which mandates a minister to be elected to the legislature within six months—into legal focus.

Fiscal Allocation for Rural Employment: In a major push for the rural economy, the Bihar government has allocated an interim budget of ₹6,715 Crore. This funding is specifically earmarked for the rollout of a new rural job guarantee scheme, designed to provide decentralized employment opportunities and economic stability to the state's rural workforce.

VVIP Security and State Accountability: Senior political figure Tej Pratap Yadav has surrendered his final security cover, officially holding the state government accountable for his personal safety. This development highlights ongoing administrative friction regarding security protocols and the protection of high-profile political representatives.