Patna: The contest for Bihar’s upcoming Assembly elections has taken a personal turn as former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav faces criticism from his elder brother, Tej Pratap Yadav. The siblings, both influential figures in state politics, are now publicly at odds over campaigning strategies.
Tejashwi, the Grand Alliance’s chief ministerial candidate, recently campaigned in Mahua, a move that has drawn sharp rebuke from Tej Pratap, head of the Janshakti Janata Dal. He accused his brother of hypocrisy, claiming that while Tejashwi speaks of social justice, his actions in Mahua included “lathi-charging” local residents.
Tej Pratap also launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, ridiculing him for what he described as “a life spent riding motorcycles and fishing” rather than serving as a national leader. “Cooking jalebis, catching fish—he should have been a cook,” Tej Pratap said, questioning Gandhi’s leadership credentials.
Turning back to his own political plans, Tej Pratap issued a challenge to Tejashwi, announcing his campaign itinerary in Raghopur. “I have a programme in Raghopur, and not just one; my helicopter will land at two places in Raghopur,” he said, signalling a high-profile show of strength ahead of the elections.
