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According to political commentators, Tej Pratap Yadav’s recent moves suggest that he is trying to carve out a separate political identity, fueling further speculation

Tej Pratap Yadav has announced that all his activities will be shared through his Facebook page. (Facebook/@teamtejpratapofficial)
In a fresh twist to Bihar’s political landscape, former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav has launched a new Facebook page titled ‘Team Tej Pratap’, notably omitting his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav’s party name and election symbol, signaling a possible shift in strategy or stance following his expulsion from the RJD.
The page features the slogan, “Jiska Kaayam Hai Pratap, Wahi Hai Aapka Apna Tej Pratap," and Tej Pratap Yadav has announced that all his activities will be shared through this platform.
Political commentators suggest that this move indicates Tej Pratap Yadav is seeking to carve out a distinct political identity. His recent activities, including a visit to the Mahua assembly constituency, have further fueled speculation. While some experts view this as preparation for future political endeavours, others interpret it as a potential step toward complete separation from the RJD.
Tej Pratap faced controversy on May 26 when a photo of him with Anushka Yadav went viral on social media, along with claims of a 12-year-old relationship between them. Initially, he claimed his Facebook account was hacked, but he has recently admitted to posting the photo himself.
Following his expulsion from the RJD for six years, Tej Pratap has openly criticised the party’s senior leaders and is now focused on his own political journey.
During a visit to Hasanpur on the first Monday of Sawan, he stated he was there to listen to the people’s issues. When asked if he would contest the next election from Hasanpur or Mahua, he replied, “Nothing is decided yet."
Speculation is growing over his association with Anushka Yadav, whose name that also surfaced in connection with his new political outfit. Though there has been no official word from Anushka’s family, reports suggest she may take an active role in the party’s functioning, particularly in outreach efforts targeting students, young voters, and rural constituencies.
Fueling these rumours further, sources claim Tej Pratap recently spent several hours at Anushka’s residence, reportedly holding in-depth discussions with her and her family. The meeting has sparked talk of a potential partnership, not just personal but also political.
Tej Pratap’s personal life has long attracted public and media attention. In 2018, he married Aishwarya Rai, granddaughter of former Bihar CM Daroga Prasad Rai. The marriage quickly turned sour, with Tej Pratap filing for divorce within months, leading to a very public family fallout.
His recent social media posts with Anushka Yadav and public acknowledgment of a relationship reportedly led to a final break with his father, Lalu Prasad, who is said to have cut off all personal contact with his elder son, citing repeated instances of what he termed “irresponsible behaviour."
Amid all this, Tej Pratap claims that efforts are being made to drive a wedge between him and his younger brother, Tejashwi Yadav, the current face of the RJD and Mahagathbandhan alliance in Bihar. As state elections draw closer, the rift within the Yadav family adds a new layer of intrigue to Bihar’s already complex political landscape.
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