RJD's Inner Circle Responds: Tejashwi Yadav's Aide Breaks Silence on Rohini Acharya's Cryptic Post Amidst Succession Whispers

The political corridors of Bihar were recently abuzz with speculation following a cryptic social media post by Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD patriarch Lalu Prasad Yadav. Her online message, which many interpreted as a veiled critique of her brother Tejashwi Yadav's leadership or the party's internal dynamics, ignited a firestorm of rumors about potential family discord and succession battles within the Rashtriya Janata Dal.

However, putting an end to the swirling conjecture, Sanjay Yadav, a long-time and trusted political advisor to Tejashwi Yadav, has now publicly addressed the matter, emphatically denying any internal strife.

Sanjay Yadav, known for his close proximity to Tejashwi and his role as a key strategist, clarified that Rohini Acharya’s post was not directed at her younger brother.

“Tejashwi Yadav is a national leader and is widely respected. The entire family is united, and these kinds of speculations are being spread by political rivals who are desperate to create a wedge where none exists,” Sanjay Yadav stated during a media interaction. His intervention comes at a crucial time, as the RJD prepares for upcoming electoral challenges and seeks to present a united front.

The controversy first erupted when Rohini Acharya posted a message on X (formerly Twitter) that, without naming anyone, seemed to lament the lack of respect for some individuals and questioned the wisdom of those who neglect family.

This quickly fueled interpretations that it was aimed at Tejashwi, particularly given recent developments such as the nomination of her elder sister, Misa Bharti, for the Rajya Sabha – a move that some analysts suggested had shifted internal power dynamics. Rohini later deleted her post, adding to the intrigue.

Sanjay Yadav's detailed clarification sought to dismantle these narratives.

He underscored the strong family bonds within the Yadav clan, asserting that Lalu Prasad Yadav's family stands as a united political force. He emphasized that any perceived discord is merely a fabrication by opposing parties looking to destabilize the RJD's position. “The family is a bedrock of strength for the RJD, and such baseless rumors only serve the interests of those who fear the party’s growing influence,” he added, urging the media and public not to fall for such divisive tactics.

This intervention by Tejashwi's aide is a clear attempt to quash the rumors of a family feud that could potentially damage the party’s image and morale ahead of significant elections.

By stressing the unity and dismissing the post as a misinterpretation or a non-issue, the RJD leadership aims to refocus attention on their political agenda and present a cohesive unit to the electorate, ensuring that internal matters do not overshadow their broader electoral strategy.