Tej Pratap Yadav refused to return to the RJD and announced that he would contest the election from the Mahua seat under his new party, 'Janshakti Janata Dal'. He stated that principles and self-respect are above power and also commented on his brother Tejashwi.
Hajipur: Amidst the Bihar election campaign, Tej Pratap Yadav has made a significant statement. When asked about returning to the RJD, he clearly stated that he would choose death over rejoining the RJD. Tej Pratap has formed a new party, 'Janshakti Janata Dal' (JJD), and is contesting elections from the Mahua assembly seat.
Tej Pratap said, "I am not hungry for power. For me, the most important things are public service, principles, and self-respect." He also added that while serving the public, he has always shown honesty, and people trust him.
Tej Pratap Recalls Old Ties in Mahua Election
Tej Pratap Yadav mentioned his old connections with the Mahua assembly constituency. He stated that when he was an MLA, the public's problems received attention. Now, he feels that no one listens to the public.
He also clarified that he does not see the incumbent RJD MLA, Mukesh Roushan, as a major challenge. Mukesh is considered close to Tejashwi Yadav. During election nomination, Tej Pratap also displayed a picture of his late grandmother, Marichiya Devi, and said that his father had advanced in politics with her blessings.
Tej Pratap's Statement on Tejashwi Yadav
Commenting on his younger brother Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap said that he is his younger brother and his blessings would always be with him. "I cannot wield the Sudarshan Chakra on him. Various announcements keep happening in politics, but power is attained only by those who receive the public's blessings," he stated.
This statement highlights the political and personal distance between Tej Pratap and Tejashwi. Tej Pratap also said that Tejashwi has the support of their father, Lalu Prasad, but the true assessment of power would come if he contested elections on his own.
Tej Pratap's View on Prashant Kishor
Regarding Jan Suraaj leader Prashant Kishor, Tej Pratap stated that he is fundamentally a businessman who mobilizes resources for political campaigns. He added that Prashant is still doing the same work, which is organizing party campaigns.
This statement by Tej Pratap reflects his clear opinion on political strategies and campaigning. He rejected any external interference, emphasizing his principles and political self-respect.
