From Family Feud To Facebook Fury: Tej Pratap's Tumultuous Turn In RJD Politics

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Lalu Yadav has often praised Tej Pratap, likening him to Lord Krishna for his energy and charisma. Such contradictions suggest the expulsion may be symbolic, not punitive
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's elder son Tej Pratap Yadav has once again stirred political chatter in Bihar with his recent remarks, including controversial references likening some to 'Jaichand" — a historical figure often associated with betrayal.
Jaichand, a 12th-century ruler from the Gahadavala dynasty, is historically remembered for his rivalry with Prithviraj Chauhan. In the epic poem Prithviraj Raso, he is depicted as a betrayer who sided with invading forces against Prithviraj, earning a lasting reputation as a symbol of treachery.
Despite being expelled by both his party and family following his controversial Facebook post which has now been deleted, Tej Pratap remains a subject of public and political attention. Tej Pratap 's deep emotional connection with his family, especially with his father Lalu Prasad Yadav and brother Tejashwi Yadav, continues to be evident in his social media posts.
In an emotional message shared on X, Tej Pratap expressed that his parents, Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi, are his 'whole world". He subtly criticised some party members, accusing them of betrayal and trying to disrupt the family's unity.
'My dear mom and dad. My whole world is just you two. You and any order given by you are greater than God. If you are there, then I have everything. I just need your trust and love and nothing else," Tej Pratap Yadav said in a post on X.
मेरे प्यारे मम्मी पापा….मेरी सारी दुनिया बस आपदोनों में ही समाई है।भगवान से बढ़कर है आप और आपका दिया कोई भी आदेश।आप है तो सबकुछ है मेरे पास।मुझे सिर्फ आपका विश्वास और प्यार चाहिए ना कि कुछ और।पापा आप नही होते तो ना ये पार्टी होती और ना मेरे साथ राजनीति करने वाले कुछ जयचंद जैसे…— Tej Pratap Yadav (@TejYadav14) May 31, 2025
'Papa, if you were not there, then this party would not have been there and neither would greedy people like Jaichand who do politics with me. Just mummy papa, may you both always be healthy and happy," he added.
Meanwhile, some observers view Lalu Prasad Yadav's actions with suspicion, suggesting they could be part of a larger electoral strategy. Political commentators believe Lalu's earlier public display of affection for Tej Pratap has cast doubt on the seriousness of the expulsion.
Lalu Prasad Yadav has earlier frequently expressed admiration for Tej Pratap, likening him to Lord Krishna and praising his unique energy and natural political instinct. He once described Tej Pratap as having a distinct charisma and passion, often acknowledging his unconventional behaviour through mythological references. These contradictory statements and actions have led many to believe that the expulsion may be more symbolic than punitive.
In another X post, Tej Pratap assured his brother Tejashwi of his unwavering support despite the physical distance between them, and vowed to expose any conspiracies targeting them.
मेरे अर्जुन से मुझे अलग करने का सपना देखने वालों ,तुम कभी अपनी साजिशों में सफल नही हो सकोगे,कृष्ण की सेना तो तुम ले सकते हो लेकिन खुद कृष्ण को नही।हर साजिश को जल्द बेनकाब करूंगा।बस मेरे भाई भरोषा रखना मैं हर परिस्थिति में तुम्हारे साथ हूँ,फिलहाल दूर हूँ लेकिन मेरा आशीर्वाद हमेशा… pic.twitter.com/Ysf2wq1rVB — Tej Pratap Yadav (@TejYadav14) June 1, 2025
Tej Pratap also congratulated Tejashwi Yadav on the birth of his son last week.
Tej Pratap's ex-wife, Aishwarya Rai, has also weighed in, dismissing the expulsion as a staged drama. She questioned the authenticity of the family's actions, alleging that they were always aware of Tej Pratap's long-standing relationship but chose to shield him while she was unfairly blamed.
Tej Pratap, known for his dramatic flair and fondness for controversy, shared a photo with Anushka Yadav — a woman previously linked to him and referred to as a 'close friend' within family circles, though never publicly confirmed.
Recently, Tej Pratap made a bold claim on Facebook that they had been in a 'relationship for 12 years", a period that also encompasses the time he was married.
This revelation not only sparked a social media frenzy but also led to a significant family upheaval, resulting in Tej Pratap's six-year political exile. Meanwhile, Tej Pratap claimed that his social media accounts were hacked and his pictures were 'wrongly edited" to defame him and his family.
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