In a significant reshuffle, RJD’s national executive committee named Tejashwi Yadav as executive president on Sunday, but the real headlines emerged from family reactions in Patna.
Tej Pratap Yadav, leading his own Jan Shakti Janata Dal while staying vocal on sibling matters, addressed reporters with a straightforward message: ‘Fulfill the duties that come your way.’ His words carried weight, hinting at expectations for Tejashwi’s leadership.
Support poured in for sister Rohini Acharya’s viral X critique, labeling Tejashwi a ‘prince puppet’ installed by ‘infiltrator groups’ and bootlickers, marking the end of their father’s illustrious political innings. ‘Spot on, absolutely right,’ Tej Pratap declared, defending her candor.
He dismissed calls from various leaders to sever ties with Congress post-election defeats, calling it too late. ‘Break it before polls, not after wiping out,’ he said sharply.
Rahul Gandhi faced Tej Pratap’s barbs too, branded a mere ‘scooter ace’ skilled in flashy rides and culinary feats like chicken biryani—nothing more.
Rohini’s earlier Sunday post dissected RJD’s woes, from leadership lapses to internal sabotage, warning of Lalu’s heritage crumbling under outsiders.
RJD’s official X announcement framed Tejashwi’s ascent as a bold new chapter. Yet these familial barbs reveal fractures that might challenge the party’s cohesion in Bihar’s cutthroat politics.