Tej Pratap Yadav, recently expelled from his family and party, publicly displayed his rift with his younger brother and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. During a gathering in Jehanabad, he reacted strongly to the slogan “Abki Baar Tejashwi Sarkar.” He asserted that such slogans are nonsensical, emphasizing that governments are formed by the people, not individuals. He cautioned against arrogance, stating that those who are arrogant will soon fall. He also urged people not to be misled by those attempting to fracture the “Team Tej Pratap Yadav.” He declared that he does not aspire to be Chief Minister.
In May, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad expelled his elder son for six years, citing a disregard for moral values in his personal life. Following his expulsion, Tej Pratap Yadav has rebelled, announcing his intention to contest as an independent from the Mahua assembly constituency and forming alliances with smaller parties. He has consistently claimed that certain individuals are conspiring against him, attempting to sabotage his political future.
Recently, Tej Pratap Yadav advised Tejashwi to be wary of “traitors.” In a post on X, he warned Tejashwi to be cautious of the people around him, otherwise he would face severe consequences in the elections. He also referenced an incident during a voter rights march where Congress and RJD workers were accused of assaulting a driver and a journalist. With the upcoming assembly elections later this year, Tej Pratap’s public statements are increasing pressure on Tejashwi Yadav. Although his younger brother is the RJD’s chief ministerial face, the elder brother’s rebellion threatens to fragment the Yadav support base and complicate the party’s election campaign.