Ayush doctor Nusrat Parveen joined her post in Bihar on Wednesday, 23 days after a controversy erupted when Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed her veil during an appointment letter distribution event. Parveen completed her joining formalities directly with the AYUSH department on the extended deadline of January 7, instead of the usual Civil Surgeon's office. The incident, which occurred on December 15, sparked debate on personal freedom and religious expression, with various political parties reacting sharply.