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The BJP has launched a fresh attack on the RJD leadership amid Bihar's election preparations. Party spokesperson Amit Malviya accused Tejashwi Yadav of humiliating his father Lalu Prasad during ticket distribution. He drew parallels with Akhilesh Yadav's treatment of Mulayam Singh in Uttar Pradesh politics. Meanwhile, Tej Pratap Yadav has formed his own party and announced candidates separately from the family's main political outfit.

Key Points: BJP Says Tejashwi Humiliating Father Lalu Over RJD Ticket Feud

  • BJP alleges Tejashwi Yadav reversing Lalu's ticket decisions for RJD loyalists
  • Amit Malviya compares situation to Akhilesh-Mulayam feud in Uttar Pradesh
  • Elder brother Tej Pratap Yadav expelled from RJD amid family discord
  • Tej Pratap launches separate JJD party with 21 candidates for Bihar polls
  • BJP questions grand alliance stability citing RJD's internal family conflicts
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Bihar: Alleging RJD ticket feud, BJP says Tejashwi 'humiliating' father Lalu

BJP accuses Tejashwi Yadav of sidelining father Lalu Prasad in RJD ticket distribution, comparing him to Akhilesh Yadav's treatment of Mulayam Singh.

"Just as Akhilesh Yadav humiliated his father in Uttar Pradesh, in the same way, Tejashwi Yadav is also keeping his father away from the party's affairs - Amit Malviya"

New Delhi/Patna, Oct 14

The BJP on Tuesday alleged disagreement between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and his son Tejashwi Yadav over Assembly ticket distribution, accusing the latter of “humiliating” his father.

Claiming that a family that is struggling to manage its own affairs couldn’t be expected to steer the grand alliance, Amit Malviya, in charge of the BJP's National Information and Technology Department, said, “Forget the grand alliance, here even the family itself isn't being managed.”

Malviya likened Tejashwi Yadav to Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, claiming that the former was following the Uttar Pradesh leader’s example of “humiliating” his father.

“Just as Akhilesh Yadav humiliated his father in Uttar Pradesh, in the same way, Tejashwi Yadav is also keeping his father away from the party's affairs,” he said, tagging his post on X with a headline “Bihar polls: Lalu distributes tickets to RJD loyalists; Tejashwi steps in late night to reverse move.”

The BJP leader went on to accuse Tejashwi Yadav of even sidelining his elder brother, Tej Pratap Yadav.

“The elder brother has been expelled from the party; there's discord with the sisters. After all, who is the mastermind behind this family feud?” asked Malviya.

On Monday, Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, announced the first list of 21 candidates of his party, the Jantantrik Janata Dal (JJD), in Patna.

This announcement came just a day after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) revealed its seat-sharing arrangement for the polls on November 6 and 11, with the results on November 14.

However, Tej Pratap Yadav’s JJD moved ahead, releasing its list before the grand alliance.

Tej Pratap Yadav himself will contest from the Mahua Assembly constituency in Vaishali district, the seat from which he had earlier been elected in 2015.

On the social media platform X, Tej Pratap wrote that he is fully dedicated and ready to work for the overall development of Bihar.

He added, “We aim to bring a complete transformation in Bihar and create a new system. We are prepared to fight a long battle for the state’s development.”

Sharing a photo with his party’s election symbol, a blackboard, Tej Pratap wrote the slogan: “Power of the people, rule of the people… Tej Pratap will develop Bihar.”

The poster also highlighted the party’s core values -- “Social Justice,” “Social Rights,” and “Complete Change.”

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Bihar, I'm tired of these family politics. Lalu ji built the party, but maybe it's time for younger leadership. Still, BJP shouldn't interfere in other parties' matters.
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Sarah B
The real question is - what does this mean for Bihar's development? All parties should focus on their vision for the state rather than personal attacks. Voters deserve better.
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Aditya G
Tejashwi has been doing good work in opposition. But if there's truth in these allegations, it's disappointing. Family unity matters in Indian politics and culture. 🙏
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Nikhil C
Tej Pratap forming his own party shows how deep the rift is. When brothers fight, the family suffers. Hope they resolve this for Bihar's sake. Jai Bihar! 🚩
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Michael C
While BJP's criticism might be politically motivated, the Yadav family drama does raise questions about RJD's stability. Voters need parties that can deliver, not just fight internally.

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