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Tej Pratap Hosts Makar Sankranti Feast, Upholds Lalu's Political Tradition

Tej Pratap Yadav announces a 'Chura-Dahi' feast for Makar Sankranti, continuing a decades-old tradition established by his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav. The event gains political significance as it comes during a period of his public distancing from the RJD and his brother, Tejashwi Yadav. Invitations have been extended to top state leaders including Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, suggesting an effort to maintain a broad-based, inclusive gathering. Observers view the feast as a potential indicator of shifting political alignments in Bihar beyond its cultural framing.

Key Points: Tej Pratap's Chura-Dahi Feast: Political Signal in Bihar

  • Continues Lalu's political tradition
  • Signals amid family distance
  • Invites top Bihar leadership
  • Viewed as political indicator
  • Focus on social harmony
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Tej Pratap to host 'Chura-Dahi' feast on Makar Sankranti, signals continuation of Lalu Yadav's political tradition

Tej Pratap Yadav to host Makar Sankranti feast, continuing Lalu's tradition amid family and political distancing. Analysis of Bihar's shifting equations.

"This feast is being organised to uphold that social and cultural tradition. - Tej Pratap Yadav"

Patna, Jan 6

The tradition of hosting a 'Chura-Dahi' feast on Makar Sankranti has long held cultural and political significance in Bihar.

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav has been organising the feast for decades, turning it into a symbol of social harmony, inclusiveness, and political camaraderie.

Leaders from across political parties and people from all sections of society have traditionally participated in the event.

Continuing this legacy, Janshakti Janata Dal Chief Tej Pratap Yadav has announced that he will organise a 'Chura-Dahi' feast on January 14, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

The announcement is significant, as it comes at a time when Tej Pratap has been distanced from both the RJD and his immediate family, yet appears keen to carry forward his father's political and cultural tradition.

Invitation cards are being sent to the Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, and both Deputy Chief Ministers -- Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, indicating an effort to keep the event broad-based and inclusive.

Tej Pratap said that his younger brother and Bihar's Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav will also be formally invited to the event.

Clarifying the purpose of the feast, Tej Pratap said the programme is purely cultural and rooted in tradition.

"Makar Sankranti is traditionally celebrated with chura, dahi, jaggery, and sesame sweets. This feast is being organised to uphold that social and cultural tradition," he added.

He said that invitation cards are being distributed openly by the party and that people from across Bihar are welcome to attend.

Despite being projected as a cultural event, political observers are drawing deeper implications from the announcement.

The growing distance between Tej Pratap Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav has increasingly become visible in public discourse.

At the same time, discussions around Tej Pratap's perceived proximity to leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party and other NDA constituents have intensified.

In this backdrop, the 'Chura-Dahi' feast is being viewed not merely as a cultural gathering, but also as a potential indicator of emerging political equations in Bihar.

Whether the event serves as a platform for reconciliation or a marker of a new political direction remains to be seen.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in Patna, the Makar Sankranti feast is a beautiful tradition. It's good to see it being continued, regardless of the political undertones. Food has a way of bringing people together. Hope the focus remains on the cultural celebration and social harmony. 🪁
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Aditya G
Frankly, it feels like a political gambit wrapped in tradition. The timing and the guest list (inviting the CM and Governor) say it all. The family rift is sad, but using a festive occasion to signal new alliances is classic Bihar politics. The 'cultural event' claim is thin.
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Priya S
Chura-Dahi on Sankranti is pure nostalgia! My grandmother used to make the best tilkut. It's heartening that this tradition is being kept alive publicly. Even if there are politics involved, at least it promotes our Bihari culture and gives a platform for people to come together. Good initiative.
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Vikram M
The real test will be if Tejashwi Yadav attends his brother's feast. That photo, or the lack of it, will speak volumes. Lalu ji's legacy is now a tool for both sons. This is less about sesame sweets and more about who controls the Yadav vote bank in Bihar.
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Kavya N
I appreciate that he's inviting people from all sections openly. In today's divisive climate, any event that promotes inclusiveness is welcome. The political analysis can happen later, but first, let's enjoy the festival and the feast! Sankranti ki hardik shubhkamnaye! 🙏

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