Bhagwat Jha Azad

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Introduction

Bhagwat Jha Azad was the 18th Chief Minister of Bihar, serving from February 14, 1988, to March 10, 1989. He was a veteran freedom fighter who began his political career after participating in the Quit India Movement, during which he was shot in the leg and gained early prominence. Azad was a seasoned politician and part of Bihar's influential "Young Turks" group of leaders, with extensive experience as a Lok Sabha MP representing Bhagalpur for five terms and having served in multiple union ministries between 1967 and 1983.

Azad's appointment as Chief Minister came after the resignation of Bindeshwari Dubey, with the Congress high command preferring a Brahmin leader to maintain caste balance. His government initially focused on land reforms aimed at redistributing surplus land to weaker sections of society, though this drew criticism from landlords and opponents. Despite a strong start, Azad faced significant internal dissent within the Congress party, with factions led by figures such as Ram Jaipal Singh Yadav plotting against him. Central intervention delayed his removal, but ultimately, he was replaced by Satyendra Narain Sinha in March 1989.

Azad never contested state assembly elections but served in the Bihar Legislative Council after becoming Chief Minister. He passed away in 2010, leaving behind a legacy as a freedom fighter, politician, and advocate for administrative reforms in Bihar. His sons, including Kirti Azad, also pursued political careers.indianexpress+2​