Bihar Elections 2025: Lalu Yadavs Son, Tej Pratap Yadav, Says He Will Contest From Mahua
This statement by Tej Pratap Yadav follows his expulsion from Rashtraiya Janata Dal (RJD) after he revealed a 12-year relationship on social media; he later claimed that his account was hacked.
Speaking to reporters, Former state minister Tej Pratap Yadav said, "Team Tej Pratap Yadav is a platform to reach the people... This time, Uncle (Nitish Kumar) will not become the Chief Minister. Whoever's government is formed, if they talk about youth, employment, education, and health, Tej Pratap Yadav will stand with them with full strength. We will contest the election from Mahua..."
#BREAKING: चुनाव को लेकर तेजप्रताप का ऐलान, निर्दलीय चुनाव लड़ेंगे तेजप्रताप यादव #Deshhit #TejPratapYadav #BiharElections | @ramm_sharma pic.twitter.com/unobW2rdMH — Zee News (@ZeeNews) July 26, 2025
Tej Pratap Yadav's Social Media Controversy
Following the post, Lalu Prasad Yadav expelled Tej Pratap Yadav from both his family and the party over a serious breach of moral and social values.
Meanwhile, Tej Pratap Yadav's post revealing his relationship with his rumored partner prompted netizens to recall his marital dispute that made headlines a few years ago.
Lalu Yadav's son had tied the knot with Aishwarya, granddaughter of former Bihar Chief Minister Daroga Rai. However, according to ANI, within a few months, she left his house, alleging that she was driven out by her husband and in-laws, and the couple's divorce petition is pending before the family court.
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