Tej Pratap Yadav Goes Public With 12-Year Relationship, Finds Peace In Maldives Amidst Personal Revelations

Patna: In a surprising turn of events, Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad and an MLA, has publicly revealed his long-standing romantic relationship. Taking to Facebook on Saturday, Yadav shared a photo with a woman, identifying her as Anushka Yadav, and declared their 12-year bond.

“I am Tej Pratap Yadav and the girl seen with me in this picture is Anushka Yadav,” he wrote in his candid post. “We both know each other for the last 12 years and love each other too. We have been in a relationship for the last 12 years. I wanted to tell this to you people for a long time but I was not able to understand how to say it. That’s why today through this post I am putting my heart’s words in front of you all. I hope you all will understand what I am saying.”

The revelation comes as Yadav is reportedly on a trip to the Maldives, a popular destination for celebrities and politicians seeking respite. He has also shared a video on his Instagram account from the island nation. The 1.21-minute video shows him in a meditative pose, dressed in black half-pants and a shirt, with a cap, sitting in a resort cottage by the sea. The spiritual chant ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ plays softly in the background, hinting at a period of reflection and tranquility for the politician.

Accompanying the video, Yadav penned a thoughtful message in English, emphasizing the importance of inner peace. His post translated to: “Peace is very important in life. Without it, life becomes chaotic. The sound of flowing water has amazing power. It reminds us of the stability of nature. It can help to use our energy in the right direction. It inspires us to create harmony with ourselves and the things around us.”

A Past of Public Scrutiny: The Aishwarya Rai Marriage

This personal disclosure by Tej Pratap Yadav reopens conversations about his tumultuous past relationships, particularly his high-profile and ultimately short-lived marriage to Aishwarya Rai. In May 2018, the wedding of Tej Pratap and Aishwarya, daughter of former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Yadav and Rabri Devi, was a grand affair, drawing in numerous political stalwarts who blessed the couple. Aishwarya, described as highly educated and beautiful, was seemingly the perfect match for the RJD heir.

However, the marriage dissolved within months, leading to a shocking development when Tej Pratap Yadav filed for divorce from Aishwarya in the Family Court of Patna. This news sent ripples through the political corridors and caused considerable discomfort for the Lalu-Rabri family. Despite the public and family consternation, Tej Pratap remained resolute in his decision, stating his clear intention to divorce.

The public announcement of his relationship with Anushka Yadav, twelve years in the making, suggests a new chapter for Tej Pratap Yadav. While his previous marriage was a subject of much public discourse and political speculation, this current revelation seems to be a deliberate effort by Yadav to share his personal truth on his own terms.