Tej Pratap Yadav announced he would contest the election from Mahua after being expelled from RJD. He presented a political challenge to Tejashwi Yadav and portrayed himself as the true representative of social justice.
Bihar Election: After being ousted from the RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal), Lalu Prasad Yadav's eldest son, Tej Pratap Yadav, has stirred up Bihar politics by openly challenging his younger brother, Tejashwi Yadav. Announcing his intention to contest the election from the Mahua seat, Tej Pratap has not only signaled the start of his political innings outside the party line but has also publicly exposed the family and political discord by challenging Tejashwi Yadav.
Challenging 'Arjun' to 'Play the Flute'
Responding to Tejashwi's self-proclamation as Arjun, Tej Pratap Yadav retorted,
"If Tejashwi is truly Arjun, then he should show me how to play the flute like I do; only then will I consider him my Arjun."
Announcing his candidacy from Mahua in the Vaishali district, Tej Pratap made an emotional appeal to the public. He stated that he has served the people before and is now seeking an opportunity to do so once again. Tej Pratap has previously served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Mahua, and the seat holds significant political importance for him.
Growing Distance Between Tejashwi and Tej Pratap
According to sources, differences between Tejashwi and Tej Pratap have been brewing for a long time, but this time, the conflict has surfaced publicly. Tej Pratap's statement indicates that the paths of the two brothers have now diverged.
Tejashwi's Old Statement and Tej Pratap's Reaction
Two days prior, during an event, Tejashwi Yadav had stated that Tej Pratap is his 'Krishna' and he himself is 'Arjun.' Reacting to this, Tej Pratap said, "There is no need to remind us of such relationships now. It is now certain that I will contest the election." This statement clearly shows that Tej Pratap is in the mood to chart his political journey independently.
Who is the Real Soldier of Social Justice?
Tej Pratap Yadav, portraying himself as the representative of the real fight for social justice, said, "The dream of social justice is incomplete until people join hands with Tej Pratap." He referred to the legacy of the socialist movement and proclaimed himself as the true servant of the people.
New Trouble for RJD
Tej Pratap Yadav's stance could create political and organizational difficulties for the RJD. On one hand, where Tejashwi Yadav is establishing his identity as the national leader of the party, Tej Pratap's rebellious attitude raises questions about the party's unity.
His announcement to contest the election again from the Mahua seat could also affect the internal equations of the party. Since this is the same seat from which he has been an MLA before, Tej Pratap's re-entry into the field will not only give a new direction to his individual politics but could also become a strategic challenge for the RJD.
