Patna’s political circles are buzzing with controversy following the Rashtriya Janata Dal’s (RJD) decision to appoint Tejashwi Yadav as its national executive president. The move, coupled with a provocative social media post by his sister Rohini Acharya, has drawn sharp criticism from BJP and JD(U) leaders, who see it as a clear sign of dynastic politics unraveling the party.
BJP spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain labeled the appointment as the beginning of RJD’s downfall. Speaking exclusively, he argued that Lalu Prasad Yadav’s era was built on a credible social justice agenda that attracted widespread support. However, he dismissed Tejashwi as lacking any distinctive political acumen, accusing Lalu of succumbing to parental affection and nepotism.
‘This decision proves RJD is nothing but a family fiefdom,’ Hussain asserted. He pointed to emerging signs of rebellion within the party’s ranks, fueled by the blatant favoritism. Rohini Acharya’s recent X post, which mocked political rivals and celebrated a ‘prince’s coronation’ under puppet-like influences, further exposes deep-seated family rifts, according to him.
Hussain didn’t hold back on Tejashwi’s track record, questioning the wisdom of rewarding poor performance in recent assembly elections. ‘Tejashwi will be RJD’s last leader, and the party won’t survive long,’ he predicted confidently.
JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar joined the fray, interpreting Rohini’s post as a damning indictment of Lalu Yadav himself—calling him an ‘invalid politician’ and mere puppet master. ‘RJD is now a relic of the past,’ Kumar quipped, suggesting Tejashwi’s rise amid family discord finds no favor with Bihar’s voters or even RJD cadres.
As opposition voices grow louder, the internal dynamics of RJD are under intense scrutiny, raising questions about its future viability in Bihar’s cutthroat political landscape.
