In a continued effort to fulfill its promise of large-scale employment generation, the Bihar Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, will distribute appointment letters to 7,468 newly appointed Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) on Monday. The grand appointment ceremony will be held at the CM Secretariat’s Samvad Hall in Patna, and all necessary preparations have been finalized.

This event is a significant part of the NDA-led government’s strategy to boost employment opportunities in the healthcare sector and improve public health services across rural and urban areas of the state.

Massive Recruitment Drive in Bihar’s Health Sector

With an aim to strengthen the primary healthcare system, the state government has been actively recruiting thousands of medical professionals, particularly ANMs, who serve as frontline workers in health and maternal care.

The appointment letters for 7,468 ANMs will be distributed in the presence of several high-ranking ministers and dignitaries:

• Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary

• Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha

• Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary

• Health Minister Mangal Pandey

All newly appointed ANMs have been invited to attend the appointment ceremony and receive their official postings from the hands of top government officials.

Fulfilling Pre-Poll Promises: 12 Lakh Jobs & 34 Lakh Employment Opportunities

This large-scale employment event is part of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s larger plan to create 12 lakh government jobs and generate 34 lakh employment opportunities in the private and semi-government sectors. These promises were a cornerstone of the NDA’s manifesto during the last Bihar Assembly Elections.

The ANM recruitment drive 2025 marks another milestone in the government’s employment mission. The ANMs will now be posted across government-run hospitals, primary health centres (PHCs), and sub-health centres (SHCs) to improve rural health infrastructure.

Previous Milestones in Bihar’s Employment Campaign

This is not the first major employment event in recent times. The Bihar government has been organizing large-scale appointment letter distribution ceremonies throughout 2025, reflecting a strong administrative push toward job creation. Here are some key highlights:

 June 29, 2025:

21,391 police personnel were handed appointment letters at a grand event held in Bapu Sabhagar, Patna. The recruitment included constables and sub-inspectors selected through a transparent merit-based process.

 June 21, 2025:

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar distributed appointment letters to 101 Assistant Architects, recruited by the Building Construction Department.

 March 9, 2025:

In one of the largest mass recruitment events in the country, 51,389 school teachers were given appointment letters in a mega-event at Gandhi Maidan, Patna.

Significance of ANM Recruitment for Bihar’s Healthcare System

The appointment of 7,468 Auxiliary Nurse Midwives is expected to have a transformative impact on Bihar’s rural health services. ANMs play a pivotal role in:

• Maternal and child health services

• Vaccination drives

• Nutrition and hygiene awareness

• Family planning and contraceptive counselling

• Tuberculosis and infectious disease control programs

With their placement across Bihar’s health network, these professionals will act as a vital link between the state health machinery and the people, especially in remote and underserved areas.

Digitalization and Transparency in Recruitment

The Bihar government has emphasized transparency in its recruitment processes. All selections for ANM posts were conducted through merit-based exams and verification. The appointment letters were generated via the Bihar Technical Services Commission (BTSC) online recruitment portal, ensuring a corruption-free and fair hiring system.

Who Are ANMs?

Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) are trained healthcare providers who hold a two-year diploma in auxiliary nursing. They are appointed to provide basic maternal, newborn, and child healthcare, particularly in rural health settings. ANMs are often the first point of contact between the government’s healthcare system and the community.

Political Implications and Public Sentiment

With the state government continuously holding massive appointment events, the political message is clear: the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government is aggressively working to fulfill its employment promises. This proactive approach is being seen as an effort to counter criticism and strengthen voter trust ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.

Public sentiment, especially among youth and job seekers, has been positive toward the state’s ongoing recruitment efforts. Many see this as a major improvement in governance and administrative efficiency compared to earlier years.

The appointment of 7,468 ANMs not only reflects a strong policy direction toward healthcare reform but also provides a sense of security and pride to thousands of families. It contributes to both women’s employment and rural health development, making it a dual victory for the state.

The Bihar government’s vision to integrate employment with social welfare goals is gradually taking shape, with health, education, law enforcement, and infrastructure sectors all witnessing mass recruitments.