Lalu Prasad Yadav Breaks Silence Amid Family Rift, Backs Tejashwi as Leader of Opposition; Detailed Account of Family Roles and Reactions After RJD’s Election Debacle

Ailing RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, distressed by days of public infighting within his family that dominated headlines and social media, finally intervened on Monday to restore calm within the Rashtriya Janata Dal.

Speaking at a crucial post-election review meeting, Lalu urged the cadre to stop focusing on internal disputes and instead concentrate on strengthening the party.

“Internal people will resolve the internal dispute—you need not worry,” he told party leaders, signalling that the first family’s turmoil was a private matter and reiterating his role as the unifying force within the organisation.

His intervention helped contain speculation and reaffirmed his authority at a time when the RJD is grappling with one of its worst electoral setbacks in a decade.

Rohini Acharya’s Public Outburst That Triggered the Storm

The unrest began when Lalu’s Singapore-based daughter Rohini Acharya, known for her fiery presence on social media, erupted in anger after the party’s poor showing—winning just 25 seats in the recent Bihar Assembly elections.

In a series of posts, Rohini accused certain advisers around Tejashwi Yadav of misleading the party.

She specifically named Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Yadav and Rameez, a close aide of Tejashwi, blaming them for “ruining the party’s messaging and direction.”

Unable to tolerate what she described as “inner sabotage and manipulation,” Rohini announced that she was quitting politics altogether.

She went as far as declaring that she was “disowning” her own family—an explosive statement that sent shockwaves through the RJD’s rank and file.

Misa Bharti Steps In With a Cautious Response

Lalu’s eldest daughter and Rajya Sabha MP Misa Bharti attempted to defuse the escalating family drama. While avoiding direct criticism of Rohini, she appealed for “maturity and unity at a time when the party needs collective strength.”

Misa acknowledged the emotional strain within the family but emphasised that public disagreements only weaken the movement the RJD stands for.

Her message was interpreted as a call for restraint, particularly directed at younger family members who have taken to social media during internal disagreements.

Tejashwi Yadav Under Fire—but Retains Lalu’s Complete Backing

At the centre of the controversy is Tejashwi Yadav, Lalu’s heir apparent and former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar.

Critics inside and outside the party blamed him for the electoral decline, with some MLAs questioning his strategic approach and his dependency on a close circle of aides.

But Lalu ended all speculation in a single announcement:
Tejashwi Yadav will continue as the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly.

The declaration decisively shut down any talk of leadership change and reaffirmed Tejashwi as the party’s future.

The RJD chief’s firm endorsement ensured that Tejashwi’s position remains unchallenged as the party prepares to rebuild after its electoral loss.

What Jitan Ram Manjhi Said

Former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, whose Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) has often been at odds with the RJD, commented sharply on the family feud.

Manjhi said the episode highlights the “lack of organisational coherence within RJD” and claimed that the Yadav family’s internal battles had contributed to the party’s poor performance.

He urged the RJD leadership to “set its own house in order” before blaming external factors for the loss—remarks that further added to the political turbulence surrounding the party.

Lalu’s Final Direction: Close Ranks and Move Forward

With emotions high and loyalty lines blurred, the RJD’s review meeting concluded with Lalu laying out a clear roadmap.

He instructed all RJD MLAs to play a strong, constructive, and aggressive role in the Assembly.

The party, he said, must now channel its energy into correcting organisational weaknesses and reconnecting with people at the grassroots.

Under Tejashwi’s leadership—now reaffirmed—the RJD intends to rebuild its structure, address strategic lapses, and prepare for coming political battles with renewed determination.

Despite the turbulence within Lalu’s first family, the veteran leader has made it clear:
The party’s future course will be set by unity, discipline, and Tejashwi’s leadership.

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